Michael Somppi Email & Phone Number

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

Currently working as an Electrical EIT with Primary’s Systems Interconnections team.

Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

• Contributed to soil resistivity testing and grounding studies using CDEGS software• Created documentation for Python Split Factor Tool for improved ease of use in grounding fault calculations• Contributed to SEL Test Lab setup and documentation for low-level testing interface• Created single-line drawings and site plans using AutoCAD LT• Performed updates for Primary’s Distribution Standards and troubleshooting for the accompanying local network web tool• Developed a Fault Analysis Excel Tool with proof of work using a CYME model• Updated a Current Transformer Sizing Excel Tool• Supported research for sourcing harmonic filters to improve transformer capacity at substation; tested power quality meter later used to measure harmonics in system

Vernon, British Columbia

• Worked as a member of a 20-person unit crew responsible for wildfire suppression• Developed proficiencies with water delivery systems, radio communications, chainsaw operations, and work-safe procedures• Fulfilled an assistant leadership role in 2020 & 2021, offering support in leadership and decision making to my superiors

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

• Prepared a report on the process for considering energized vs de-energized work during distribution project planning; focused on impacts to safety, reliability, and cost• Used CYMCAP to study cable ampacity derating for parallel duct banks and identified solutions• Reviewed Complex Net Metering applications for interconnection of distributed generation <100kW• Contributed to a feeder reliability evaluation (FRE) report for the Fraser Valley West region• Worked with a distribution planner to prepare business case reports for fiscal 2023 system improvement projects in the Thompson-Shuswap region• Reviewed available feeder capacity for large customer connection requests• Used Excel VBA and macros to produce automated graphs of historical reliability indices data• Manually updated protection modes for VISTA switchgear in GIS database

Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

• Learned fundamentals of modeling feeder circuits in CYMDIST and completed a preliminary substation load transfer study• Reviewed Complex Net Metering applications for interconnection of distributed generation sources <100kW• Analyzed feeder reliability indices to determine improvement from recloser program• Contributed to a feeder reliability evaluation (FRE) report for the North West Interior region• Worked with a distribution planner to prepare business case reports for fiscal 2022 system improvement projects in the Thompson-Shuswap region• Updated district boundaries & substations maps• Compiled data using GIS database and project records for various programs and system updates

Thunder Bay, Ontario

• Communicated with clients and co-workers, pressure washed, carried out site preparation, painted interior/exterior• Received Working at Heights Safety Training through Workplace Safety North

Canmore, Alberta, Canada

As a full-time athlete, I worked closely with the National Team coaches and support staff to pursuecross-country ski racing at an international level. I represented Canada in 34 World Cup races throughout Europe and Canada including Holmenkollen 50km, World Cup Finals, and Ski Tour Canada.