Ian Kimarua

A dynamic and results-oriented Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Instrumentation and Control. Graduated with a strong academic foundation in electrical engineering principles, control systems, and instrumentation technology. Passionate about implementing innovative solutions to optimize processes and improve operational efficiency.

Eager to contribute technical expertise in designing, developing, and maintaining control systems, as well as enhancing automation solutions. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth in the electrical engineering field.

Instrumentation and Control Engineer - Polyphase Systems Limited

(2026-01)

• Electrical and instrumentation, internal quality tests and documentations, instruments calibration.
• Electrical designs including and not limited to design of: lighting, cable route, earthing, lightning Arrestors, cable and general installations.
• Preparations of inspection schedules and conducting inspections on MV switchgear, LV Switchgear, Transformers and general installations.
• MV, LV, Control switchgear installations, testing, commissioning and associated documentation for transformers, LV-DB and SCP FATs.
• Earthing grid installation and testing as per the IEEE/IEC standards and regulations.
• MV, LV and control cable glanding, ferruling, lagging and termination inspection.
• Transformer and instruments installations testing and commissioning.
• Preparation of weekly production work schedules.
• MV and Fiber Optic cable splicing and testing.
• Panel installation alignment, coupling and torque testing.
• Design interpretations.
• Lighting installation and lugs Testing.
• Calibration and installation of various instruments such as pressure gauges, switches and transmitters, temperature gauges and transmitters, solenoid valves, thermocouple, RTDs and proximity sensors.
• Panel installation in power plant control room (CCR).
• Cable glanding and termination in control panels for power plant control room (CCR)
• Cable termination of pressure and temperature transmitters, solenoid and control valves.
• Reading and interpretation of PID (piping and instrumentation diagrams)
• Assembling, conduiting, cabling and installation of street lights.
• Commissioning of control instruments, i.e., pressure transmitters, flow transmitters, level transmitters, control valves, temperature transmitters, resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) and thermocouples.
• Cable pulling, dressing and termination in the junction boxes and marshaling cabinets.
• Power and control cable glanding and termination in the motor operated valves (MOVs).
• Cable termination, loop test and commissioning of emergency shutdown valves (ESDVS).
• Installation and alignment of control room marshaling cabinets and switch gear low voltage panels.
• Giving daily summary reports of every day's activities to the projects engineer.
• Installation and termination of Bentley Nevada system.
• Installation, termination and commissioning of proximity sensors of station main pumps.
• Inspecting and commissioning all the installed instruments through commissioning system (CMS).
• Installation and termination of 240 Vac, 110Vdc, and 48vdc UPS systems.
• Designing of tubing pathways for the process line instruments and pneumatic valves.

Electrical Engineer - Molux Consult Ltd - Olkaria I, Naivasha

(2025-03 - 2025-11)

• Complete installation and termination of electrical components in an 11/132 KV substation.
• Cable pulling, preparation, insulation testing and termination to respective panels.
• Installation, troubleshooting, and terminating of electrical control panels.
• Installation, assembling and termination of power alternators.
• Working with commissioning engineers in troubleshooting and testing of electrical devices.
• Installation and termination of 240 Vac, 110Vdc, and 48vdc UPS systems.
• Cable pulling, dressing and cable termination.
• Transformer and Associated assemblies testing, installation and commissioning.
• Lighting fixture installation conduiting cabling termination and determination of lux levels as per design.
• Fire detection and alarm system installation (smoke detectors, manual call points, and detectors and fire suppressors).
• Instruments installation, calibration and dry loop checks.
• Switchgear and Distribution Control System (DCS) panel installations alignment and testing.
• Lightning arrestors installation and testing.
• General earthing, exothermic welding and earth resistance testing as per IEEE/IEC standards and regulations.
• Cable tray and GI conduits installation.
• Embedded and exposed conduit installation.
• MV, LV and control cable testing and commissioning.
• Power plant testing and commissioning of MV, LV switchgears, power/lighting transformers isolators, GCB, motors and other electrical equipment in the plant.
• Punch points closure and employer training on non-process work mainly portable water treatment, lighting, lightning arrestors, earthing, Earth resistance testing and CCTV.
• IPBD Installation and High Potential Testing.

Electrical Engineering Intern - KenGen PLC - Naivasha

(2023-03 - 2023-08)

• Design, implementation, and testing of control systems for specific applications, e.g., manufacturing automation, process control.
• Installation and calibration of sensors and measurement instruments in industrial systems.
• Troubleshooting electrical control systems, ensuring they meet performance standards.
• Conducted testing and data analysis to improve system reliability and efficiency.
• Prepared reports and documentation for project progress, system performance, and any issues encountered during testing.

Electrical Engineering Intern - Mabati Rolling Mills (MRM) - Mariakani, Kilifi County

(2020-01 - 2020-05)

• Wiring sockets and switches using correct cable sizes and ratings.
• Maintenance of three-phase four-wire systems inclusive of motors and generators.
• Repairing and maintaining fluorescent tubes, LED lights, vacuum tubes, and floodlights.
• Installation and repair of security lights using photocells and chokes.
• Maintenance of backup generators, including cleaning and servicing.
• Installation and connection of hand driers and relay-controlled lamps.
• Troubleshooting electrical faults and applying solutions effectively.
• Maintenance of process line control systems.
• Participated in shift management of control lines in the mills and presses.

Bachelor of Science - Electrical & Electronics Engineering - Egerton University (2018 - 2023)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - Thika High School (2014 - 2017)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - Nyali Primary School (2003 - 2013)