Work experience

• Pre-Sales Technical Product Manager

  Sungrow Power Supply Co., Ltd.

  2024.01-Current

  (2 years)

  (1 year 7 months) Experienced Technical Product Manager specializing in utility-scale solar PV solutions across the UK and Irish markets. I lead full ownership of critical products including inverters, transformers, and RMUs, driving innovation and ensuring seamless grid integration compliant with G99 and other regional standards. Working closely with R&D, engineering, sales, and manufacturing teams, I deliver tailored technical solutions for complex projects, optimizing performance, cost-efficiency, and regulatory compliance. I also support integration with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) to maximize system efficiency and grid stability. Skilled in system design validation and adept at managing strategic customer and utility relationships, I am passionate about advancing renewable energy adoption through reliable, cutting-edge technology and robust stakeholder collaboration.
• Presales Technical Manager (Huawei Distribution)

  KATHEA Energy

  2022.02-2024.01

  (2 years)

  4 years 9 months At Kathea Energy (Huawei VAP), I played a pivotal role in pre-sales technical support, acting as the key technical liaison between account managers and clients. I facilitated high-level technical sales engagements, enabling effective communication of complex product solutions tailored to client needs. Conducted in-depth product and market analysis to identify opportunities and inform strategic decisions. Built and nurtured strong, long-term relationships with EPCs, installers, and key industry partners, enhancing collaboration and trust. Supported solution development and design, including site preparation, ensuring optimized system configurations for diverse applications. Performed load profile analysis, system sizing, and developed tailored solution offerings for grid-tied PV systems, Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), AC-coupled systems, genset hybrid controller integration, and utility-scale products. Delivered comprehensive product training and workshops to partners’ engineering teams, improving technical competency and product adoption. Collaborated closely with suppliers’ R&D teams to provide market feedback and influence product enhancements. Contributed to the formulation of Kathea Energy’s marketing strategy and product portfolio development, aligning technical solutions with market demands.
• E&I Technologist

  Kelvin Power Station

  2017.05-2019.05

  (2 years)

  (2 years 1 month) At Kelvin Power Station, I was responsible for leading the planning and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities for boiler and turbine electrical and instrumentation systems to ensure high operational reliability and efficiency. I analyzed performance data and oversaw maintenance of conveyor belts and weighbridges to minimize downtime and maintain continuous plant operations. I managed the calibration, testing, and commissioning of pneumatic systems, electrical motors, and a wide range of smart instrumentation, including transmitters, control valves, limit switches, thermocouples, RTDs, vibration sensors, and speed sensors, ensuring compliance with industry standards. I operated and troubleshot Distributed Control Systems (DCS) such as Digivis and Adroit HMIs, along with PLCs from ABB, Modicon, Siemens, and Mitsubishi, to ensure robust process control and monitoring. I developed strategies to maximize boiler oil burner availability, reducing unit start-up delays and improving overall plant responsiveness. Through detailed inspections and diagnostics of electrical, electronic, mechanical, and pneumatic instrumentation within a coal-fired power generation environment, I identified root causes of system faults and implemented engineering solutions to enhance reliability. I analyzed instrumentation data to detect abnormal process variations and led instrumentation loop validation, troubleshooting, and sequence testing to safeguard boiler and turbine protection systems.
• Control & Instrumentation Technician

  Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd

  2016.06-2017.05

  (a year)

  At Grootvlei Power Station, I was responsible for planned and corrective maintenance of boiler and turbine plant instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime. I managed site operations and team coordination to maintain efficient workflow and safety compliance. I revised automation drawings and drafted control philosophies in accordance with customer specifications, aligning technical documentation with operational requirements. Additionally, I was involved in the design, wiring, installation, and commissioning of Motor Control Center (MCC) panels, delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs. I proactively planned and modified products and systems to enhance functionality and customer satisfaction. Responding promptly to call-outs, I provided technical support and troubleshooting to resolve electrical issues, ensuring uninterrupted plant operations.
• Instrumentation & Control Technician

  Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC)

  2014.07-2016.06

  (2 years)

  At Hwange Power Station, I managed planned and corrective maintenance of boiler and turbine instrumentation, including calibration and overhaul of pneumatic, electronic, and smart devices such as transmitters, control valves, and sensors. I worked with DCS systems (Teleperm XP/ME) and PLCs (Siemens S5/S7,Allen Bradley), performing loop checks, sequence testing, and troubleshooting SCADA systems (IFIX, Dynavis X). I installed and commissioned valves with position feedback and tuned controllers for level, pressure, temperature, and speed. I participated in maintenance planning and spares management, maintained calibration records, and handled wiring and stroking of valve actuators (AUMA,DREHMO, ROTORK). Additionally, I supported PLC maintenance for cooling water systems, conveyor motor control, and turbine generator excitation.
• Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

  Hwange Colliery Company

  2013.01-2014.07

  (2 years)

  (1 year 7 months) As a Control & Instrumentation Technician in a coal mine, I was responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, and electronic instrumentation systems critical to mining operations. I performed routine calibration, repair, and overhaul of instruments such as sensors, transmitters, control valves, and safety switches to ensure accurate monitoring and control of mining equipment. I worked extensively with PLCs and SCADA systems to diagnose faults, perform loop checks, and optimize control sequences for conveyor belts, ventilation systems, and material handling equipment. I installed and commissioned instrumentation and control devices, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements. My role involved responding to breakdowns, conducting preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineering teams to improve system reliability and reduce downtime in the mining process.

Educational experience

• Harare Polytechnic College

  Electrical and Electronics engineering

  2014.01-2015.01

  (a year)
• Harare Polytechnic College

  Electronic Eng:Instrumentation and Control systems, instrumentation & control technician

  2012.01-2013.01

  (a year)
• University of Cape Town

  Advanced Projects Management

Certificates