YAHAYA ALIYU

Electrical Electronics Engineer | Project Officer | AI/ML Enthusiast

Kebbi, NG.

About

Highly motivated Electrical Electronics Engineer with a robust background in power plant operations, water treatment, and project coordination within the aquaculture sector. Possessing a solid foundation in industrial systems and a recent dive into Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, including object detection and NLP. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and analytical skills to drive operational efficiency and contribute to innovative solutions in engineering and technology-driven environments.

Work

Kainji Aquaculture Limited (KARL)

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Project Officer

Kainji, Niger State, Nigeria

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Summary

Coordinated and supported project activities within an aquaculture setting, ensuring timely execution and effective resource management.

Highlights

Assisted in the planning and execution of aquaculture projects, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.

Facilitated seamless communication and coordination among project stakeholders, improving team efficiency by 10%.

Monitored project progress and prepared detailed reports on key milestones, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

Managed procurement and inventory of project materials, optimizing resource utilization and reducing waste by 5%.

Technical Service Unit, Mainstream Energy Solution/Hermes Engineering Ltd. Kainji Hydro Power Plant

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Water Works Operator

Kainji, Niger State, Nigeria

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Summary

Operated and maintained critical water treatment plant systems, ensuring efficient and safe water supply for industrial operations at a major hydro power plant.

Highlights

Managed daily operations of the water treatment plant, ensuring consistent compliance with operational standards and safety protocols.

Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on water treatment equipment, contributing to a 15% reduction in unscheduled downtime.

Monitored and analyzed water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes to consistently meet required industrial standards.

Contributed to the reliable functioning of the power plant's essential water infrastructure, directly supporting continuous energy generation.

Kaduna Refinery and Petrochemical Company Ltd. (KRPC)

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Industrial Trainee

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

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Summary

Gained practical, hands-on experience in electrical and electronic engineering within a large-scale petrochemical industrial environment.

Highlights

Assisted senior engineers in the troubleshooting and routine maintenance of complex electrical and electronic systems, enhancing operational reliability.

Participated actively in industrial operational procedures, developing a strong understanding of safety protocols and process control in a hazardous environment.

Applied theoretical knowledge to real-world industrial challenges, developing practical technical skills in system diagnostics and repair.

Contributed to the smooth functioning of critical refinery equipment through diligent support and learning.

Education

Kaduna Polytechnic

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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HND Cert Electrical Electronics Engineering (Power & Machine Option)

Petroleum Training Institute Effum, Delta State

Effum, Delta State, Nigeria
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OND Cert Electrical Electronic Engineering

Kanta College Argungu Kebbi State

Argungu, Kebbi State, Nigeria
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WAEC

Govt. Teachers College, BirninYauri, Kebbi State

BirninYauri, Kebbi State, Nigeria
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Junior Secondary School

Sabon Gari Primary Sch. Yelwa Yauri, Kebbi State

Yelwa Yauri, Kebbi State, Nigeria
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Primary Sch. Certificate

Languages

English

Certificates

COREN Certification for Solar Photovoltaic Installation (SPVI)

COREN (Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria)

National Youth Service Corps Certificate of Exemption

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

Skills

Electrical Electronics Engineering

Power Systems, Machine Operations, Industrial Automation, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Circuit Design.

Project Management

Project Coordination, Resource Management, Stakeholder Communication, Project Planning, Progress Monitoring, Budget Management.

Water Treatment

Water Quality Monitoring, Plant Operations, Safety Protocols, Equipment Maintenance.

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Object Detection, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Speech Recognition, Computer Vision, Video Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms.

Renewable Energy

Solar PV Installation, Solar Tracking Systems, Energy Optimization.

Aquaculture Operations

Aquaculture Project Support, Resource Procurement.

Data Monitoring & Reporting

Technical Reporting, Data Analysis.

Interests

Hobbies

Reading, Basketball, Travelling, Aquaculture.

Projects

Building a Real-time Object Detection System

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Summary

Developed a real-time object detection system as part of the Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (3MTT Nigeria Program), demonstrating advanced computer vision capabilities.

Voice Assistant with NLP and Speech Recognition

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Summary

Created a voice assistant incorporating Natural Language Processing (NLP) and speech recognition capabilities within the 3MTT Nigeria Program.

Object Tracking in Video Feeds for Traffic Monitoring

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Summary

Implemented an object tracking system for video feeds, specifically designed for traffic monitoring applications as part of the 3MTT Nigeria Program.

Construction of Universal Alarm System Design

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Summary

Designed and constructed a versatile universal alarm system, showcasing expertise in electronic circuit design and security system integration.

Construction of Solar Tracking System

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Summary

Designed and constructed an automated solar tracking system to optimize solar energy capture and efficiency.