Kwame Opoku Addai
Calgary,Canada
Summary
I am a highly motivated and enthusiastic graduate from the College of Engineering, University of Saskatchewan, holding a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power and Circuits. Currently, I work with Stantec as an Electrical Engineer-in-Training. I have a high learning capacity and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Through my current role, internships, and academic work, I have gained valuable experience in power systems, modeling and analysis, renewable energy, transmission and distribution of electrical energy, design and modeling of electrical/control devices, and programming.
I am proficient in using Automated Line Design (ALD), Intergraph G/Technology Netviewer (GNet), SPIDAcalc, Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam. I am a fast learner with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong team player, focused, results-oriented, analytical, and possess strong attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Engineer-in-Training
Stantec
06.2022 - Current
- Perform calculations to analyze and design electrical system components using various software tools.
- Develop designs through schematics, sketches, electronic models, and diagrams, and document engineering and construction work packages for electrical deliverables.
- Coordinate design and specifications within a multidisciplinary team to ensure compatibility with construction intent, and support designers with project deliverables.
- Participate in engineering/model reviews, kick-off meetings, and regular review meetings with clients and contractors.
- Support project development through design, documentation, planning, and reporting, and conduct site observations and inspections during design and construction phases.
- Recommend and troubleshoot project tools to achieve objectives, ensuring thorough quality control/assurance of construction documents.
- Communicate with clients and schedule meetings with third parties to plan deadlines, material delivery, and construction.
- Conduct training programs and provide ongoing mentorship to new hires, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
Summer Intern
SaskTel
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends in wireless communications.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and policy standards.
- Utilize simulation software like ETAP and EASY POWER for studies on short circuits, protection coordination, power flow, stability, and harmonics.
- Engage in problem-solving and provide solutions for company clients.
- Write technical reports to document testing, validation, and troubleshooting results.
Summer Intern
SaskTel
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Overseeing number porting processes.
- Programming and operating various district switches and portals.
- Coordinating installer appointments at customer locations.
- Inspecting and maintaining ISAM cabinets and cell sites, including voltage testing.
- Conducting RF design, selecting antennas, choosing sites, recommending towers, and evaluating equipment for SaskTel's wireless networks.
Summer Intern
TotalEnergies (Total SA)
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Assisting Electrical Engineering Lead/Engineers on electrical design ad studies
- Reviewing/reading Company’s Electrical Specifications, Standards and practices
- Participation in optimization exercises for electrical systems distribution systems
- Support in the preparation/compilation of weekly and monthly Project Electrical Engineering reports/presentations
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering -
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan04.2022
American High School Diploma -
American School of Paris
Paris, France05.2015
Skills
- Bluebeam
- SPIDAcalc
- KiCad Software
- Automated Line Design (ALD)
- AutoCAD
- Solid Edge
- Waveforms
- LVDAC-EMS system
- LTspice
- Verilog and verify operations using Model sim
- Analog Discovery Module (ADM)
- Programming languages: Python, MATLAB
- Microsoft Office Suite
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Professionalassociations
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) membership of Alberta Professional Engineers and Geoscientists Association (APEGA) and Association of Professinal Engineers and Geoscientists of Saskatchewan (APEGS), 06/2022, Date
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers member (IEEE), 06/2024, Date
Awards
- University of Saskatchewan – University Mens Soccer Team Captain (2017 – 2022)
- University of Saskatchewan – Canada West All – Rookie Team (2017)
- University of Saskatchewan – USport – Rookie Team (2017)
- St. Joan of Arc – Academic Honors, Grade 8, (2010-2011)
- St. Joan of Arc – Award of 5C (Character, Commitment, Courage, Confidence and Conviction)
- St. Joan of Arc – Award for Physical Education Grade 7, 8, and 9
- American School of Paris – Presidential Physical Fitness Award, Grade 10
Community Service
- Athletes in Action, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Mentor to middle school children, 2017-2022
- Foothills Soccer Grassroots, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Coaching ages 6-9 Soccer Camp, August 2014 – 2018
- American School of Paris, Paris, France, Peer Mentor, 2013 to 2015
- Glamorgan Church of God, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Coaching Soccer Camp, August 2012
- Glamorgan Church of God, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Sunday School Teacher
- Ruben Soccer Academy, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Coach U8 Boys/Girls, U10 Boys/Girls, 2011
References
To be provided on request
Timeline
Electrical Engineer-in-Training
Stantec
06.2022 - Current
Summer Intern
SaskTel
05.2021 - 09.2021
Summer Intern
SaskTel
05.2019 - 09.2019
Summer Intern
TotalEnergies (Total SA)
06.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering -
University of Saskatchewan
American High School Diploma -
American School of Paris
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