Erik Mudge
Windhoek
Summary
Proactive and versatile engineer with a strong foundation in electrical systems and fullstack software development. Experienced in building web and desktop applications, integrating APIs, and deploying solutions on cloud platforms. Skilled in C#, Python, Flask, WPF, FreePascal, and automation using Microsoft Graph and Google Apps Script. Known for quickly mastering new technologies and frameworks — with a proven ability to deliver results even in unfamiliar environments. Adept at translating complex technical requirements into user-friendly tools and scalable systems. Passionate about solving real-world problems through elegant code and thoughtful design.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Building Services Consulting Engineer
Emcon Consulting Group
11.2024 - Current
- Rejoined Emcon to lead building services design and infrastructure projects
- Developed Python automations for internal dashboards using Microsoft Graph
- Administered Ubuntu Server environments and supported ICT systems
- Continued development of internal tools and software solutions for engineering workflows
Associate Electrical Engineer
RED Engineering Design
10.2022 - 10.2024
- Led critical data centre design projects with a focus on power systems and infrastructure
- Collaborated with client teams and supervised junior engineers
- Developed internal automation using Google Apps Script to generate PDF documents from Google Docs
- Streamlined document workflows and improved delivery efficiency for client-facing reports
Senior Electrical Engineer
Troup Bywaters & Anders
10.2018 - 10.2022
- Managed infrastructure upgrades across hospitals, universities, and commercial buildings
- Delivered mission-critical power designs and client-facing documentation
Building Services Consulting Engineer
Emcon Consulting Group
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Appointed in-house ICT and Linux server administrator
- Designed and supervised electrical systems for government and educational facilities
Assistant Electrical Engineer
Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower)
02.2013 - 12.2015
- Worked in the Protection, Telecommunication & Control department on IEC61850 substation automation
- Designed, tested, and commissioned protection equipment, communications networks, and instrumentation systems
- Implemented an open-source Phasor Data Concentrator solution for Wide Area Monitoring and Control
- Proposed a prepaid billing system for transmission-level customers
- Assisted in the Van Eck Rehabilitation Project, retrofitting numerical protection relays and integrating over Profibus
- Acted as liaison between NamPower and contractors, supporting project scheduling and financial administration
Education
BEng - Electrical & Electronic Engineering With Computer Science
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa02.2011
Skills
- Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript (Google Apps Script), C, PHP, HTML, Java, FreePascal
- Frameworks: Flask, WPF, Syncfusion, Entity Framework Core, Lazarus, Drupal
- Rapid learner with strong adaptability across new languages and frameworks
- Comfortable picking up Ruby, Rails, and MongoDB as needed
- APIs & Integration: Wrike API, QuickBooks API, Microsoft Graph API, OAuth2
- Databases: MySQL (schema design, analytics), MSSQL, MongoDB (learning-ready)
- Cloud & DevOps: AWS (Drupal hosting), Azure (Flask app deployment), Google Cloud Platform, Ubuntu Server, TrueNAS SCALE, OPNsense, Docker (containerized apps), GitHub (version control), CI/CD (planned implementation)
- Automation & Reporting: Python scripting, Excel dashboards, PDF generation workflows, Technical documentation, AI-assisted writing, client reporting
- Rapid prototype design
- Technical specification analysis
- Modeling software proficiency
Languages
English (fluent)
Afrikaans (fluent)
French (basic)
German (basic)
Affiliations
- Member of the IET, working toward Chartership
- Ongoing CPD in mission-critical power, automation, and software development
Certification
- Certified in Cybersecurity, ISC2 - March 2025
- MIET, Institute of Engineering & Technology - March 2021
Timeline
Building Services Consulting Engineer
Emcon Consulting Group
11.2024 - Current
Associate Electrical Engineer
RED Engineering Design
10.2022 - 10.2024
Senior Electrical Engineer
Troup Bywaters & Anders
10.2018 - 10.2022
Building Services Consulting Engineer
Emcon Consulting Group
01.2016 - 08.2017
Assistant Electrical Engineer
Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower)
02.2013 - 12.2015
BEng - Electrical & Electronic Engineering With Computer Science
Stellenbosch University
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