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MURITALA RAHEEM

Electrical Engineer
Markham,Ontario

Summary

Results-driven Electrical Engineer (EIT, Ontario) with a Master's in Electrical Engineering – Power Systems and over 6 years of diverse experience in power distribution, industrial automation, and electrical maintenance across utility, industrial, and maritime sectors. Expertise includes power system studies using ETAP and proficiency in electrical design utilizing AutoCAD and SolidWorks Electrical. Demonstrated ability in testing and troubleshooting LV/MV/HV systems ensures optimal performance and reliability. Committed to leveraging technical skills and industry knowledge to drive innovative solutions and enhance operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Electrical Engineer/Technologist

Vexos Inc
02.2025 - Current
  • Performed electrical equipment sizing and cable ampacity calculations in support of custom power distribution solutions.
  • Created engineering documentation: single-line diagrams, specifications, and assembly instructions, aligning with project quality standards, reducing rework cycles by 20%.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional design review teams to ensure compliance with project schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
  • Modeled and designed electrical systems in AutoCAD and SolidWorks Electrical for 7+ projects, ensuring 100% design accuracy and reducing rework by 10% through comprehensive field reviews and detailed technical specifications.
  • Reviewed shop drawings for conformity with equipment specifications, resolving design discrepancies on-site, and ensuring that all installations met 100% of safety and quality standards.

Electrical Engineering Technician

Rockwell Automation
08.2023 - 12.2024
  • Installed, inspected, and tested MV drives, MCCs, and starter panels using schematics and OEM manuals.
  • Conducted HIPOT, insulation resistance, and continuity testing on transformers, motors, and generators.
  • Developed wiring diagrams and BOMs for MV/LV drives and starters, improving accuracy and product quality.
  • Collaborated with QA and production teams, reducing floor quality issues by 20%.

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Maritime

Bergesen Worldwide (BW)
03.2017 - 12.2022
  • Executed power system planning and operations utilizing a Power Management System (PMS) to ensure optimal capacity and reliability of ship electrical power systems.
  • Reviewed and modified ship electrical drawings (one-line diagrams, schematics) for motor control starters using AutoCAD Electrical, resulting in a 10% reduction in third-party project costs.
  • Performed installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and tests on medium voltage (MV) steam generators, HV & LV power distribution switchboards, electric motors, distribution transformer, and other critical power protection and relaying systems.
  • Led a team of technicians during a vessel dry-dock retrofit project in Singapore, achieving a 15% reduction in project budget through meticulous review of contractor proposals.
  • Managed procurement and delivery of spare parts for vessels' 5-year docking projects, ensuring timely execution, and effective inventory management.


Education

Master of Engineering (MEng) - Electrical Engr. (Power Systems)

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
04.2024

Advanced Diploma - Electrical -Automation

Gdynia Maritime University
02-2017

Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronic Engineering

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Nigeria
07-2013

Skills

  • AUTOCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical and Microsoft Office suites (word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Electrical Design and drawings
  • Knowledge of modelling & simulation tools such as ETAP, PSIM and MATLAB for power system analysis/studies
  • Excellent verbal/written communication and problem solving skills
  • Familiarity with ANSI, NEC, CSA, UL and ISO standards
  • High voltage, power transmission and distribution, substation knowledge
  • Project management

Certification

Engineer-in-training (EIT), Ontario. Professional engineering License (In process).

Timeline

Electrical Engineer/Technologist

Vexos Inc
02.2025 - Current

Electrical Engineering Technician

Rockwell Automation
08.2023 - 12.2024

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Maritime

Bergesen Worldwide (BW)
03.2017 - 12.2022

Master of Engineering (MEng) - Electrical Engr. (Power Systems)

University of Waterloo

Advanced Diploma - Electrical -Automation

Gdynia Maritime University

Bachelor of Science - Electrical And Electronic Engineering

Olabisi Onabanjo University

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