Reagan James Email & Phone Number

Côte D'Ivoire

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 –✔ Leading Engineering Projects: Overseeing and directing all engineering projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and technical specifications. Managing project teams, providing guidance and support to achieve project goals efficiently.✔Ownership for the CNSL ( cashew nut shell liquid)plant. 150 TPD✔ Developing Technical Strategies: Creating and implementing technical strategies that align with the company’s vision and objectives. Identifying opportunities for innovation and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.✔ Coordinating Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborating with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and quality assurance to ensure seamless project execution. Facilitating communication and problem-solving across departments to resolve technical issues promptly.✔ Ensuring Compliance and Quality: Monitoring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies throughout project lifecycles. Conducting regular quality assessments and audits to maintain high standards of engineering excellence.✔ Managing Resources and Budgets: Overseeing the allocation of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to optimize project performance. Developing and managing budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective solutions are implemented.

Makeni Town, Northern, Sierra Leone

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 –✔ Oversaw Engineering Department and as well as supported Factory Operations: Managed the Engineering department across the Ethanol/ENA plant, Power plant, Irrigation, and Milling sections, ensuring smooth operation and integration of all systems.✔ Directed Installation and Maintenance Activities: Supervised the installation and maintenance of critical machinery infrastructure, including generators, transformers, switchyard equipment, Pumps, Conveyors, compressors, starters, soft starters, VFDs, and motors.✔ Controlled Budget and Costs: Administered the departmental budget, implemented cost control measures, and managed material procurement and contractor work to optimize financial performance.✔ Coordinated with Procurement and Suppliers: Collaborated with procurement teams and suppliers to ensure timely acquisition of necessary materials and services, maintaining efficiency and project timelines.✔ Managed Manpower Resources: Directed and supervised engineering teams, providing guidance and ensuring effective utilization of manpower to meet departmental goals.✔ Ensured Preventive and Shutdown Maintenance: Conducted preventive and shutdown maintenance activities to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of all equipment.✔ Maintained Comprehensive Documentation: Maintained thorough documentation of maintenance activities, operational procedures, and compliance records to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.✔ Enhanced Operational Efficiency: Implemented best practices and process improvements to enhance the efficiency and reliability of systems and operations.✔ Monitored Safety and Compliance: Ensured adherence to safety regulations and industry standards, fostering a safe working environment and compliance with regulatory requirements.

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 –✔ Managed Electrical Department Operations: Oversaw the Electrical Engineering section for the Ethanol, Power plant, and Milling sections, ensuring all electrical systems operated efficiently and met production demands.✔ Directed Maintenance and Equipment Handling: Supervised the handling and maintenance of generators, transformers, switchyard equipment, VFDs, starters, and motors, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.✔ Administered Power Export Activities: Facilitated the export of excess power to the state Electricity Board, contributing to revenue generation and effective utilization of generated energy.✔ Controlled Budget and Resources: Managed the departmental budget, implemented cost control measures, and coordinated material procurement and contractor work to maintain financial efficiency.✔ Oversaw Preventive and Shutdown Maintenance: Conducted preventive and shutdown maintenance activities, ensuring all equipment was well-maintained and operational downtime was minimized.✔ Maintained Detailed Documentation: Maintained comprehensive documentation of maintenance activities, operational procedures, and compliance records, ensuring accuracy and regulatory adherence.

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 –✔ Led Operation and Maintenance of Electrical Systems: Directed the operation and maintenance of VFDs and starters for motors up to 3.3 kV, ensuring reliable performance and minimal downtime.✔ Executed Plant Expansion and Upgradation Projects: Successfully completed projects for the expansion and upgradation of the plant, enhancing capacity and operational efficiency.✔ Minimized Production Line Breakdowns: Implemented strategies that significantly reduced breakdowns in production lines, improving overall plant reliability and productivity.✔ Oversaw Maintenance of Critical Equipment: Managed the maintenance of motors, drives, and feeders in the Milling, Boiler, and Process sections, ensuring continuous and efficient operation.✔ Maintained High-Voltage Switchyard: Conducted maintenance and operations for the 3.3/11/33 kV switchyard, ensuring its optimal functioning and adherence to safety standards.

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 –✔ Managed Transformer Operations: Commissioned, operated, and maintained dry-type and ONAN transformers, ensuring their optimal performance and reliability.✔ Oversaw Motor Systems: Led the commissioning, operation, and maintenance of AC motors across 400V, 690V, and 3300V systems, enhancing system efficiency and stability.✔ Supervised Turbo-Generator Functions: Directed the commissioning, operation, and maintenance of 2X31 MW and 2X21 MW turbo-generators, supporting the power generation needs of the facility.✔ Maintained Centrifugal Machines and Drives: Commissioned, operated, and maintained NEC batch centrifugal machines with AC drives, and managed VFDs and MV drives, ensuring high performance and reliability in production processes.

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 –✔ Executed Motor and Transformer Operations: Operated and maintained AC and DC motors, including their drives and panels, as well as ONAN transformers, ensuring optimal performance and reliability across the facility.✔ Managed Centrifugal Machines and DC Drives: Commissioned, operated, and maintained ABB and Siemens DC drives, and managed KCP D412 batch centrifugal machines with DC drives, supporting efficient sugar and power production processes.

𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒊𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝐲- ✔ Delivered Comprehensive Switchgear Services: Provided expert service for switchgears, including installation, maintenance, and repair of L&T and Schneider switchgear systems, ensuring high reliability and operational efficiency for clients.

Bachelor'S & Master Degree In Electrical Engineering

Executive Mba, Production & Operations Management

Diploma In Electrical & Electronics Engineering