Vincent Atong

Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience in supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of electromechanical equipment across multiple sites. Skilled in operator training, technical support, consumables management, and coordinating procurement and after-sales support, with a strong ability to quickly learn and adapt to new equipment, systems, and technical environments.

Experienced in hands-on technical work and coordination of end-to-end service and production workflows, managing multiple projects while maintaining quality standards, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring timely delivery.

Technical Lead at Atilance Stationers LTD (2019-01 – Present)

• Lead and coordinate a distributed technical team, including in-house staff and external technicians, to deliver consistent service across multiple locations
• Plan and execute installation, preventive, and corrective maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime
• Oversee outsourced technical work by managing contracted technicians and workshop partners, ensuring quality and timely execution
• Coordinate end-to-end production workflows by working with designers, plate makers, and multiple print vendors (screen, offset, digital, large format, DTF)
• Maintain quality control across all production processes to ensure output meets client specifications and delivery timelines
• Translate client requirements into actionable technical and production plans, including specification, sourcing, and deployment of appropriate equipment and systems
• Provide remote technical support and real-time troubleshooting to clients, guiding operators through fault resolution, minor repairs, and system recalibration to minimize downtime
• Maintain maintenance logs, service records, and asset histories to support operational tracking and decision-making
• Manage procurement and supplier coordination to ensure continuous workflow
• Manage consumables and material supply including paper types, inks, toners, and finishing materials, ensuring optimal stock levels, quality selection, and uninterrupted operations
• Monitor operational costs, optimize resource utilization, and support business growth through technical input and client engagement
• Enforce safety practices and ensure compliance with operational and industry standards

Technician at Atilance Stationers LTD (2015-01 – 2018-12)

• Performed installation, basic setup, and servicing of office and printing equipment across client sites
• Conducted preventive maintenance and routine servicing to ensure consistent equipment performance
• Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults on small to mid-range equipment
• Provided on-site and remote technical support, assisting clients with troubleshooting and basic system adjustments
• Handled consumables including cartridge refilling, paper supply, and related materials to support client operations
• Supported supply and delivery of equipment, including configuration and user setup
• Built and maintained client relationships through reliable service delivery and responsive technical support
• Recommended suitable equipment, upgrades, and service solutions based on client needs
• Maintained tools, spare parts, and inventory to support daily operations
• Prepared service reports and maintained service documentation

Trainee at Thika Power Limited (2014-01 – 2014-12)

Trainee at Brookside Dairies (2013-01 – 2013-12)

Trainee at JKUAT Engineering Workshop (2012-01 – 2012-12)

BSc in Mechanical Engineering – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (2010-01 – 2014-12)

KCSE in Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – Sawagongo High School (2005-01 – 2008-12)