Umar Ibrahim Maigari

Electrical/Power Systems Engineer and COREN Registered (R.Eng) professional with over 5 years of experience in power distribution, protection systems, substation operations, and technical instruction. Skilled in fault diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and electrical system optimization across HV/LV networks. Experienced in installation support, testing, commissioning, and system reliability improvement, with working exposure to technical documentation and basic cost estimation for electrical works.

Protection, Control & Metering Engineer at Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) (2022-05 – Present)

Lead testing, commissioning, and maintenance of transformers, protection relays, CTs, VTs, and circuit breakers across multiple substations. Conduct fault diagnostics and root cause analysis to improve system reliability and reduce downtime.

• Lead testing, commissioning, and maintenance of transformers, protection relays, CTs, VTs, and circuit breakers across multiple substations
• Conduct fault diagnostics and root cause analysis, improving system reliability and reducing downtime
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance strategies for HV/LV electrical systems
• Support installation, upgrade, and commissioning of electrical equipment across distribution networks
• Assist in load assessment, basic system sizing, and network optimization for improved efficiency
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and contractors during maintenance and upgrade activities
• Prepare technical reports, maintenance documentation, inspection checklists, and system performance records
• Support preparation of basic material estimates, scope definitions, and technical input for maintenance and upgrade works
• Contribute to technical evaluations and feasibility assessments for electrical system improvements and interventions
• Ensure compliance with NERC, IEEE, and internal safety standards

Mathematics & Physics Teacher at Habiba Trust Academy (2020-02 – 2022-03)

Delivered structured lessons in Mathematics and Physics to secondary school students and prepared students for WAEC/NECO examinations.

• Delivered structured lessons in Mathematics and Physics to secondary school students
• Prepared students for WAEC/NECO examinations, improving academic performance outcomes
• Developed students' analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Managed classroom instruction, assessment planning, and academic progress tracking

Junior Electrical Engineer (NYSC) at Control Plant, Ajiwa Dam – Water Board Katsina (2019-06 – 2020-05)

Monitored and maintained electrical control systems within plant operations and performed preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical installations.

• Monitored and maintained electrical control systems within plant operations
• Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical installations
• Supported troubleshooting and system restoration activities
• Assisted in operational reporting and system performance monitoring

Electrical Engineering Intern at 132/33kV Transmission Substation, Bauchi (2016-08 – 2017-04)

Assisted in inspection, testing, and monitoring of substation components with hands-on experience with transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.

• Assisted in inspection, testing, and monitoring of substation components
• Gained hands-on experience with transformers, switchgear, and protection systems

Electrical Engineering Intern at Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC) (2016-01 – 2016-03)

Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving electrical supply faults and supported field teams in distribution network maintenance activities.

• Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving electrical supply faults
• Supported field teams in distribution network maintenance activities
• Developed foundational knowledge of power distribution systems

M.Eng in Electrical Engineering (in view)– Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology, Kano

B.Eng (Hons) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering – Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (2019)