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Work history
Education
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Certification
References
Relevant Engineering Projects
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OTILIE NALUKAKU

Ondangwa,Namibia

Summary

Dynamic and highly motivated Electrical Engineer with over eight years of experience in electrical utility operations, distribution networks, renewable energy systems, project coordination, technical planning, and stakeholder engagement. Extensive experience in the planning, operation, maintenance, and optimization of low- and medium-voltage electrical infrastructure, electrical reticulation systems, protection coordination, metering technologies, and network asset management.

Currently completing a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering specialising in Active Distribution Networks and Distributed Generation Protection Systems, with research focused on adaptive protection coordination for renewable energy integration.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate engineering projects from concept development through implementation, supervise contractors and technical personnel, manage budgets and technical documentation, engage stakeholders, and support strategic energy transition initiatives. Possesses practical renewable energy experience through wind turbine service technician training and strong technical capabilities in power system analysis, project planning, technical reporting, and engineering management.

Passionate about supporting sustainable energy transition programmes and delivering innovative renewable energy solutions within remote and island utility environments.

Overview

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1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Acting TVET Centre Coordinator

River High Institute of Technology (RIHT)
Ongwediva , Namibia
2026.03 - Current
  • Coordinate operational and strategic activities of the institution.
  • Lead planning, administration, quality assurance, and stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Managed educational programmes and budgets to optimise institutional resources.
  • Prepare reports and support strategic decision-making.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
  • Supervised training delivery and staff performance to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Managed various administrative tasks to enhance organisational efficiency.
  • Streamlined office procedures to improve efficiency.
  • Coordinated events to achieve successful execution and stakeholder satisfaction.

Renewable Energy Trainee Engineer

Klipheuwel Wind Farm
Cape town, South Africa
2025.08 - 2025.09
  • Inspected and maintained wind turbine electrical systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting electrical and control systems, contributing to timely resolutions of operational issues.
  • Worked under strict health and safety standards.
  • Supported maintenance planning and reporting, enhancing workflow efficiency and documentation quality.
  • Gained practical exposure to utility-scale renewable energy generation systems.s.

Assistant Electrical Engineer – Network Operations & Project Coordination

Oshakati Premier Electric
OSHAKATI, Namibia
2017.01 - 2024.12
  • Reduced equipment downtime through preventive maintenance.
  • Delivered electrical distribution projects from planning through commissioning.
  • Designed and updated LV and MV reticulation networks using AutoCAD.
  • Coordinated contractors, suppliers, and maintenance teams.
  • Conducted network inspections, fault investigations, and maintenance planning.
  • Managed technical documentation and network asset records.
  • Supported budget preparation, cost estimation, and procurement planning.
  • Led prepaid metering rollout and commissioning programmes.
  • Performed maintenance of substations, transformers, service connections, and street lighting systems.
  • Conducted transformer failure investigations and developed asset databases.
  • Participated in strategic planning activities supporting electrical infrastructure development.
  • Conduct inspections of electrical service connections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Update and maintain single-line diagrams (SLDs) and electrical network records.
  • Mentor and train electrical interns and technicians on electrical systems and maintenance procedures.

EMPLOYMENT GAP EXPLANATION

N/A
OSHAKATI, Namibia
2025.01 - 2026.02

Following the completion of my employment with Oshakati Premier Electric, I undertook specialised professional development in renewable energy technologies through SARETEC (CPUT). I also pursued advanced postgraduate studies in Electrical Engineering and participated in renewable energy practical training programmes to further develop my expertise in sustainable energy systems and distributed generation technologies.

Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.

Education

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering - Final Year

University of Namibia
Namibia
2025.02 -

BSc Honours Electrical Engineering - undefined

University of Namibia

Wind Turbine Service Technician Certificate - undefined

SARETEC, CPUT

Fundamentals of Oil & Gas Engineering Certificate - undefined

UNAM

Project Management Training Certificate - undefined

Namibia Business School

Skills

Renewable Energy
  • Project development
  • Wind Energy Systems
  • Distributed Generation Integration
  • Energy Transition Planning
  • Sustainable Energy Technologies
Electrical Engineering
  • Power Distribution Networks
  • Electrical Reticulation Design
  • Protection Coordination
  • Power System Analysis
  • Substation Operations
  • Fault Analysis
  • Electrical Installations
  • Testing & Commissioning
Project Management
  • Project Planning & Delivery
  • Programme Coordination
  • Budget Development & Cost Control
  • Procurement Support
  • Contract Administration
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Risk Management
  • Technical Reporting

Certification

  • Registered Engineer-In-Training (PE2017-57(TR))
  • Certified Wind Turbine Service Technician
  • Code B Driver’s License
  • Project Management Proffessional Trainee
  • Masters in Distribution and Renewable Energy systems candidate

References

  • Florian, Schubert, Technical Manager, +491739913504, windwise Namibia, Namibia
  • Salomo, N. Uugulu, Installation Inspector, +26481 2470989, Oshakati Premier Electric
  • Dickson, Chembe, HOD: Electrical Department, +264813391492, UNAM

Relevant Engineering Projects

1. Electrical Distribution Network Projects, Assisted with electrical reticulation design, installation, testing and commissioning of distribution infrastructure., 2. Master's Research, Adaptive Protection Coordination in Active Distribution Networks with Distributed Generation., 3. Renewable Energy Training, Practical exposure to wind turbine maintenance, inspection and renewable energy systems through SARETEC.

Timeline

Acting TVET Centre Coordinator

River High Institute of Technology (RIHT)
2026.03 - Current

Renewable Energy Trainee Engineer

Klipheuwel Wind Farm
2025.08 - 2025.09

Master of Science in Electrical Engineering - Final Year

University of Namibia
2025.02 -

EMPLOYMENT GAP EXPLANATION

N/A
2025.01 - 2026.02

Assistant Electrical Engineer – Network Operations & Project Coordination

Oshakati Premier Electric
2017.01 - 2024.12

Project Management Training Certificate - undefined

Namibia Business School

Fundamentals of Oil & Gas Engineering Certificate - undefined

UNAM

Wind Turbine Service Technician Certificate - undefined

SARETEC, CPUT

BSc Honours Electrical Engineering - undefined

University of Namibia
OTILIE NALUKAKU