Joseph Somoire

To obtain an entry-level position as a mechanical engineer in a challenging and professional environment in which I am able to improve and perfect my skills in order to reach the top of my profession. To grow personally and professionally in a challenging engineering environment where I can utilize my education and internship experiences while gaining valuable work experience in a team oriented environment. To work innovatively and efficiently in a fast growing technological and application oriented engineering environment.

Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) at MAN Energy & Solution Ltd Kenya - at Triumph Power Plant Ltd (2017-09 – 2019-06)

Maintenance Department and Operation Department responsibilities for 10 Hyundai Himsen H32/40 18V Engines and power plant operations.

• Engine routine maintenance: lube oil, fuel oil, charge air, supply/ auxiliary ventilation air filters, radiator cleaning and charge air duct inspection
• General engine inspection: water leaks check, exhaust gas leak, fuel leaks and lube oil leaks
• Engine Inspection: parts condition- liner walls, piston seizure marks, big end bearings free movement, camshaft, all gears, damper, cylinder heads, etc.
• Engine condition analysis: crankshaft deflection-cold/warm, peak pressure, vibration measurement, SFOC and LOSC
• Engine parts evaluation and measurement: wear limits/tolerances of parts e.g valves, pistons, liners, valve guides, fuel pumps, etc.
• Reconditioning/ machining of engine parts e.g. valve seat grinding, valve grinding, liner honing, cylinder head/liner lapping and fuel pump head piece grinding
• Engine operating parameters tabulations e.g. high exhaust gases, main bearing temperature, speeds, etc.
• Engine timing: fuel pump and camshaft
• Engine Tappet clearance
• Engine minor and major overhaul
• Record and compile operational data, completing and maintaining forms, logs & reports
• Receive outage calls & call in necessary personnel during power outages and emergency
• Taking readings from meters & gauges at established intervals & take corrective steps as necessary
• Collect oil and water samples for laboratory analysis
• Start or stop generators, auxiliary, pumping equipment & other power plant equipment & connect or disconnect equipment from circuits
• Regulate equipment operations & conditions such as water levels, based on data from recording and indicating instruments or from computers
• Control generator output to match the phase, frequency & voltage of electricity supplied to the panel
• Make adjustments or minor repairs, such as tightening leaking gland & pipe joints; report any need for major repair
• Monitor and inspect power plant equipment to detect evidence for operating problem
• Open & close valves and switches in sequence upon signals from other workers, in order to start or shut down auxiliary units
• Operate power-generation equipment & machinery during regular operation, maintenance & emergency repair process
• Support boilers & equipment during shut down & start up
• Lubricate equipment and machinery
• Engage in educational training & safety programs

Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) at Mabati Rolling Mills Limited (2017-04 – 2017-09)

Maintenance responsibilities for machines and equipment.

• Troubleshooting and repairing machines and equipment in the events of breakdown
• Performing autonomous and preventive maintenance plans as per schedules
• Carrying out machines inspection as directed by plans/ schedules
• Testing mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance
• Diagnosing faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs and offering suggestions to maintain engineer for further action
• Installing, servicing and maintaining of bearing, oil seals and mechanical seals
• Servicing and maintaining boiler and screw type air compressors

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) – RAILWAYS TRAINING INSTITUTE (2014 – 2016)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – OLOITOKITOK BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (2009 – 2012)

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education – KIKELELWA PRIMARY SCHOOL (1999 – 2008)