Solid Edge
Ssali Solomon
Automotive And Power Engineer
Entebbe
Summary
Results-oriented automotive and power engineering professional with over a decade of experience in diesel generator maintenance, renewable energy systems, and PV installations. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing energy solutions such as hybrid solar systems, grid-connected PV systems, and hydro power projects. Skilled in project management, technical training, and ensuring compliance with international standards. Adept at leading teams, conducting site assessments, and delivering high-impact energy solutions that boost operational efficiency and sustainability. Passionate about leveraging technical expertise to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency through hands-on experience with generator diagnostics, synchronization, and hybrid system integration. Committed to providing innovative solutions that align with organizational objectives for uninterrupted power supply. Logical consultant engineer with strong coordination, organizational, and planning skills. Experienced in planning, designing, and supervising diverse projects within the industry. Analytical engineer focused on applying sound engineering principles using both traditional and innovative methods.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Engineering Consultant
CMM Global Uganda Ltd
01.2022 - Current
- Manage the operation, maintenance, and overhaul of 20kVA–750kVA diesel generators for MONUSCO across multiple locations, achieving a 95% client satisfaction rate.
- Conduct site assessments and develop technical reports to optimize generator performance and ensure compliance with operational standards.
- Troubleshoot and repair various makes and models of diesel generators, utilizing diagnostic tools such as EST (Electronic Service Tool) to resolve controller faults, sensor issues, and wiring problems.
- Synchronize generators in parallel configurations and integrate them with hybrid systems to ensure seamless power supply.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules, reducing generator downtime by 30% and extending equipment lifespan by 25%.
- Train and lead teams of up to 75 technical staff in generator overhaul, operation and maintenance, improving team productivity by 20%.
- Monitor and log generator performance data, including fuel consumption, running hours, and temperature, to analyze efficiency and prepare detailed reports.
- Manage the company workshop budget over about $1.2 million annually, estimate repair costs, and determine the economic feasibility of maintenance tasks to create cost effective solutions.
- Successfully mobilized and setup a full equipped workshop to overhaul diesel generators ranging from 20kVA to 750kVA, achieving a target output of 5 generators per month.
Maintenance Manager
S&N Automotive Engineering
01.2017 - Current
- Manage the installation and maintenance of hybrid inverter systems (5-50kva) and diesel generators (20–80kVA), various commercial business, reducing equipment downtime by 25% and increasing efficiency by 15% through dedicated maintenance programs.
- Design and implement off-grid/hybrid solar systems (10kWp–100kWp), resulting in a 30% reduction in energy costs for residential and commercial clients.
- Led a technical team of 10 High Voltage electricians with the government officials in the installation of a 150kW grid hydro powered system in Bwindi National Park (Nkuringo), providing reliable electricity to a remote community and reducing reliance on diesel generators by 80%.
- Develop technical proposals and acquisition plans for renewable energy projects, securing contracts worth $500,000 annually.
- Conduct performance evaluations such as payback period, return of investments for PV systems and generators, preparing detailed reports and recommendations for improvement to the clients.
Program Manager
CMM Global Uganda Ltd
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Led a team of 3 site managers and 10 supervisors to implement a generator operation and maintenance project for MONUSCO across 10 locations in DRC, successfully executing the project from, achieving a 98% client satisfaction rate.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to acquire new business, improving technical proposal writing and securing contracts worth $3 million with Isimbi Hydro Power Station, UNHCR, Karuma Hydro Power Station, UNISFA, and MONUSCO.
- Collaborated with Bureau Veritas consultants and the company’s department heads to develop and implement a Quality Management System (QMS), resulting in ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications and a 25% increase in operational efficiency.
- Recruited and trained a team of 2 supervisors and 2 technicians to maintain and repair three 500kVA diesel generators controlling spill gates at the 183MW Isimba Hydro Power Station. The team has since grown to 12 technical staff and expanded services to Karuma Hydro Power Plant, UNHCR, and MONUSCO, generating $300,000 in annual revenue.
Deputy Workshop Manager
Automotive Management Services
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Supervised a team of 10 generator specialists, mechanics, and electricians in a diesel generator overhaul workshop, refurbishing an average of 5 generators per week for clients such as MONUSCO, AT Towers, and Eaton Towers, increasing workshop output by 15%.
- Coordinated with client representatives and subcontractors to develop and implement maintenance schedules, reducing generator downtime by 20% and improving client satisfaction by 25%.
- Conducted monthly safety inspections, identified risks, and implemented mitigation measures, achieving a 100% safety compliance record over 3 years.
- Designed and delivered daily training programs, improving staff technical skills and reducing error rates by 30%.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Automotive and Power Engineering
Kyambogo University
01.2009 - 01.2013
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Namilyango College
01.2007 - 01.2008
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Namilyango College
01.2002 - 01.2006
Skills
Diesel Generator Installation
undefinedSoftware
Victron VRM
Deep Sea Electronics
FasTrax
Project Manager
Electronic Service Tool
Timeline
Engineering Consultant
CMM Global Uganda Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Program Manager
CMM Global Uganda Ltd
01.2019 - 12.2021
Maintenance Manager
S&N Automotive Engineering
01.2017 - Current
Deputy Workshop Manager
Automotive Management Services
01.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Automotive and Power Engineering
Kyambogo University
01.2009 - 01.2013
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Namilyango College
01.2007 - 01.2008
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Namilyango College
01.2002 - 01.2006
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