George Njau
Electrical & Electronics Engineering Technician
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About
Detail-oriented Electrical & Electronics Engineering Technician with a Diploma from Kiirua Technical Training Institute and hands-on experience at Kenya Power. Proven track record in electrical power distribution, substation equipment, component-level hardware diagnostics, and preventive maintenance. Skilled in troubleshooting complex AC/DC circuits, board-level micro-soldering, multimeter testing, and low-voltage installations in compliance with Kenya Power safety protocols and EPRA standards.
Experience
Lead electrical and electronics technician at M tech electrical and electronics (2026-01 – Present)
- Execute board-level hardware testing and diagnosis on power supplies, electronic control boards, and power tool charging circuits, identifying faulty ICs, MOSFETs, and SMT components.
- Perform precision micro-soldering, desoldering, and component harvesting to repair failing electronic units, significantly reducing client replacement costs.
- Direct electrical installation, wiring, and routine system maintenance for commercial and residential clients, ensuring full adherence to local safety standards.
Electrical engineering attachee at Kenya power and lighting company (2024-01 – 2024-04)
- Supported operations and maintenance teams in routine inspections, fault diagnostics, and corrective maintenance across power distribution lines and substation equipment.
- Assisted in reading circuit diagrams, monitoring low/medium voltage distribution networks, and implementing safety procedures (Lockout/Tagout) during power restoration tasks.
- Participated in grid troubleshooting, meter inspections, and equipment testing to maintain consistent power quality and system reliability.
- Maintained accurate daily field logs and safety documentation in compliance with utility operational standards
Education
Diploma in electrical and electronics engineering – Kiirua technical training institute (2023-01 – 2025-11)
Kenya certificate of secondary education – Ngenda secondary school (2017-01 – 2020-11)