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Bizuhan Kebede

Bizuhan Kebede

Addis Ababa,Bole

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work history

RnD / PRODUCT MANAGER

NuriFlex Ethiopia
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
03.2021 - Current
  • Fostered strong relationships with key stakeholders to secure buy-in for new initiatives.
  • Collaborated with sales and marketing teams, improved product positioning in the market.
  • Streamlined production process by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making processes across all stages of product development.


• AMI Project Planning and managing overall activities both managerial and technical, managing clients’ relationships,

• follow up with vendors and clients to ensure smooth service delivery & project progress.

•Undertaking/Managing site surveys, installation and maintenance producing, testing, and implementing designs ensuring that objectives and deadlines are met writing reports and documentation.

• analyzing and interpreting data providing technical support

• Device installation/setup, Training for operation, commissioning, etc.

• Troubleshooting for device problems under or out of warranty at the field RND.


TECHNICAL MANAGER AND COMMISSIONG ENGINEER

EMPIR TREADE AND ENGINEERING PLC
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Increased system performance by troubleshooting critical issues.
  • Assured data security with stringent cyber security measures.
  • Paved way for streamlined operations using comprehensive risk management strategies.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects through effective resource management.


Accomplishments

• Etio-Keniya 500KvHVDC project with Siemens Company

• Etio-Djibouti Railway project installation of OPGW

• Ethiopia Renaissance Dam 500Kv Transmission Line installation of OPGW.


Tasks

• Oversee design or construction aspects related to energy such as energy engineering, energy management, and sustainable design.

• Prepare project reports and other program or technical documentation.

• Prepare technical or operational reports.

• Confer with engineers, customers, or others to discuss existing or potential engineering projects or products.

• Confer with technical personnel to prepare designs or operational plans.

• Discuss designs or plans with clients.

• Compile data and write reports regarding existing or potential electrical engineering studies or projects.

• Prepare operational reports.

• Investigate system, equipment, or product failures

• Inspect completed installations and observe operations to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational, safety, or environmental standards.

• Inspect operational processes.

• Design electrical systems or components that minimize electric energy requirements, such as lighting systems designed to account for natural lighting.

• Design energy-efficient equipment or systems.

• Prepare specifications for purchases of materials or equipment.

• Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.

• Assist in developing capital project programs for new equipment or major repairs.

• Design electrical equipment or systems.

• Estimate labor, material, or construction costs for budget preparation purposes.

• Estimate operational costs.

• Prepare project budgets.

• Develop systems that produce electricity using renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar, or biofuels.

• Design energy-efficient equipment or systems

• Integrate electrical systems with renewable energy systems to improve overall efficiency.

Design alternative energy systems.

OFFICE AND SITE SENIOR ENGINEER

BJ POWER KOREA-ETHIOPIA (Korean Company)
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
11.2018 - 07.2019
  • Utilized CAD software to create detailed project blueprints.
  • Designed advanced engineering solutions for improved system performance.
  • Prepared technical reports to communicate project progress and outcomes.
  • Established effective maintenance schedules for long-term equipment functionality.


Accomplishments

• Site survey, Design and implementation of ECO-FRENDLY ENERGEY TOWOWN Ethiopia Micro Grid Project Worked on electrical and mechanical installation projects.

• Leads and manage technical details and responsibilities.

• Installation, Troubleshooting and maintenance of Air conditioning systems.

• Installation, Troubleshooting and maintenance of Different type of Generators.

• Planning of different projects (Battery Backup systems for Health centers).

• Determining procedures for maintenance, installation, modification and repair of electrical equipment.


Task

• provide solutions to technical issues, and responsible for meeting development schedules and ensuring the delivered solution meets the technical specifications and design requirements.

OFFICE AND SITE SENIOR ENGINEER

WOOAM, INC- ETHIOPIA (Korean Company)
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
11.2015 - 07.2018
  • Enhanced product durability with the use of robust materials.
  • Mentored junior engineers, aiding professional growth and development.
  • Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth project execution.
  • Prepared technical reports to communicate project progress and outcomes.


Accomplishments

• Coordination and supervision of the pre and post-installation and quality assurance of Site electrical energy systems in general.

• For 1,500Km Site survey, Design and implementation of OPGW live line installation.,

• Follow up Design Approval,

• progress of the project and final acceptance by our employer ZTE/EEPCO Supervision of safe delivery installation taking over and inspection of all materials to respective project site Supervise erection

• test and commission of OPGW live line installation work with the employer ZTE/EEPCO.


Tasks

• Prepare checklists for inspection of electrical system pre and post-installation based on the agreed standard with the contractors/suppliers.

• Provide technical direction and support to the installation teams during installation, start-up, testing, system commissioning, or performance monitoring.

• Ensure that all the products and systems meet the agreed quality standards.

• Check and sign-off the installation of the system provided that it is as per the agreed specification and standards stipulated in the contract agreement with the contractors/suppliers.

• Ensure that all products failing to meet the expected quality criteria/standards are replaced with new products based on the required standard by the contractors/suppliers in a timely manner.

• Ensure that the installed system is tested, approved, and officially handed over to the responsible person

• Ensure health and safety procedures in all the project processes are fully implemented and adhered to

• Prepare, document, and share effective practices in the designing, installation, and quality assurance of electrical systems.

OFFICE AND SITE SENIOR ENGINEER

RENTECH PLC- ETHIOPIA
Addis Ababa , Ethiopia
09.2012 - 10.2015
  • Ensured regulatory compliance in all engineering practices to maintain industry standards.
  • Managed complex engineering projects from conception to completion.
  • Liaised with clients to gather specific project requirements.
  • Coordinated subcontractor activities, ensuring alignment with overall project goals.

Accomplishments

• Site survey, Design, and implementation of 33Kv Distribution and installation.

• Responsible for installation Completion and provisional Acceptance tests for the above site with customer UEAP.

• Site survey, Design and implementation of OPGW live line installation.

• Follow up on Design Approval, Material taking over,

• progress of the project and final acceptance by our employer ZTE/EEPCO Supervision of safe delivery installation taking over and inspection of all materials to respective project site Supervise erection,

• Test and commission OPGW live line installation work with the employer ZTE/EEPCO.


Tasks

• Mentor junior team members with the assistance of PM

• Flexible in working under changing and different work settings.

• Maintain high team morale.

• Adhere to company and project standards and guidelines.

• Accurate time accounting and reporting of own work.

• Promptly escalate issues affecting product delivery and quality beyond the scope of influence and report the same to the reporting manager.

• Pay high attention to detail in all work.

• Quality, on-time delivery of agreed deliverable

• Contribute to the company knowledge base and process improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Science - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM (Electrical and computer)

Jimma University Institute of Technology (JUIT)
Jimma
/2025 -

Skills

LANGUAGE SKILLS Mother tongue(s): AMHARIC

Other language(s):

English

LISTENING C1 READING C1 WRITING C1

SPOKEN PRODUCTION C1 SPOKEN INTERACTION C1

Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user

ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS

ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS Strategic Perspective

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization

Integrity and Inclusion

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same Upholds organizational and ethical norms Maintains high standards of trustworthiness Role model for diversity and inclusion

Leading Self and Others

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit Collaborates and supports the development of others

Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles

Partnering

Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role)

Results Orientation

Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries

Agility

Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior Performance is consistent, even under pressure Always pursues continuous improvements

Solution Focused

Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving

Effective Communication

Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise, and open manner Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Confident, Articulate and Professional speaking abilities (and experience)

Emphatic listener and persuasive speaker

Writing creative of actual

Speaking in public, to groups, or via electronic media

Excellent presentation and Negotiation skills

DRIVING LICENCE

Driving License: B1 12/28/2020 – 12/28/2026

JOB-RELATED SKILLS

Job-related skills

Plan, Design, Implement, operate, and troubleshoot telecom and enterprise-level Energy infrastructure

Troubleshooting skills for faulty and recovering problems in a given Power system

Designing, installing, and commissioning a Solar photovoltaic(PV) system

Integration of Distributed Generation Systems Into Existing and New Micro grids

Load analysis, Energy Efficiency, and Energy Auditing

Timeline

RnD / PRODUCT MANAGER

NuriFlex Ethiopia
03.2021 - Current

TECHNICAL MANAGER AND COMMISSIONG ENGINEER

EMPIR TREADE AND ENGINEERING PLC
11.2020 - 02.2021

OFFICE AND SITE SENIOR ENGINEER

BJ POWER KOREA-ETHIOPIA (Korean Company)
11.2018 - 07.2019

OFFICE AND SITE SENIOR ENGINEER

WOOAM, INC- ETHIOPIA (Korean Company)
11.2015 - 07.2018

OFFICE AND SITE SENIOR ENGINEER

RENTECH PLC- ETHIOPIA
09.2012 - 10.2015

Bachelor of Science - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING PROGRAM (Electrical and computer)

Jimma University Institute of Technology (JUIT)
/2025 -
Bizuhan Kebede