Uchenna Ogah

Accomplished Electrical and Solids Control/Environmental Solutions Engineer with over 15 years of international experience in the Oil & Gas, Construction, and Power sectors across Nigeria, Namibia, and Saudi Arabia. Proven expert in onshore/offshore drilling operations, solids control systems, and hazardous area (CompEx) inspections. Demonstrated success in reducing nonproductive time (NPT), optimizing waste management, and leading multicultural teams to achieve QHSE excellence.

Solids Control Supervisor / Reports Coordinator / Electrician - WASCO OIL SERVICE COMPANY NIGERIA LTD - Rivers State, Nigeria

(2025-06)

• Operational Efficiency: Supervising the installation and operation of solids control systems on multiple rigs, enhancing drilling fluid rheology and significantly reducing nonproductive time (NPT).
• Data Optimization: Coordinating daily operational and environmental reports, enhancing data accuracy and transparency for clients.
• Maintenance: Leading electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance to minimize drilling downtime.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborating with mud engineers, drilling contractors, and client representatives to ensure seamless site operations.

Environmental Solutions Specialist - SCHLUMBERGER (MI SWACO) - Saudi Aramco Fields, Saudi Arabia

(2023-03 - 2025-05)

• System Management: Installed and managed advanced solids control systems, including shale shakers, pumps and centrifuges, to improve fluid recovery and rheology.
• Cost Reduction: Implemented waste management strategies that drastically reduced mud dilution and disposal costs.
• Performance Analysis: Conducted retort and MCR analyses to optimize equipment throughput and minimize environmental impact.
• Compliance: Managed frac tanks, pit controls, and diesel generators in strict accordance with Saudi Aramco's environmental safety standards.

Solids Control Electrician / Supervisor / Reports Coordinator - WASCO OIL SERVICE COMPANY NIGERIA LTD - Rivers State, Nigeria

(2011-09 - 2023-02)

• Leadership: Directed teams of technicians and engineers in the installation, management and maintenance of water treatment and solids control systems.
• Engineering Solutions: Built and modified electrical panels and performed fault diagnosis, ensuring zero non-productive time on rig projects.
• Asset Tracking: Developed digital performance trackers for equipment maintenance, screen usage, and personnel certification management.
• Quality Control: Supervised equipment maintenance and inspected procured/leased spares or equipment from vendors at base office to ensure they are fit for purpose meet relevant QHSE standards.

Electrical Supervisor / Design Engineer - ROCKSON ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION LTD - Rivers State, Nigeria

(2010-10 - 2011-08)

• Design Review: Prepared electrical and instrumentation designs for power projects in alignment with international standards.
• Procurement Support: Liaised with global vendors such as ABB, GE, and Schneider Electric to ensure technical compliance and timely project delivery.
• Technical Support: Provided technical and management support to the field installation team to ensure installation efficiency.

Electrical Technician / QA/QC Inspector - DAEWOO ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION LTD – AFAM VI POWER PROJECT - Rivers State, Nigeria

(2006-12 - 2009-12)

• Operation: Worked with a team of technicians to oversee the successful laying and termination of the power, communication and fire alarm cables.
• Quality Assurance: Inspected electrical and instrumentation installations to insure 100% compliance with design and QHSE standards.

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) - Electrical/Electronic & Computer Engineering - Nnamdi Azikiwe University