Leonard Kulujili
Electrical and Electronic Engineer
Lusaka,Lusaka
Summary
Energy Engineer with extensive experience executing energy assessments, control system analysis and project scope development to improve energy efficient of industrial and other facilities. Portfolio of accomplishments include support agreement development and energy calculations and assessments resulting in significant cost-savings. Strong understanding of energy systems, equipment controls and sustainable practices for optimal goal attainment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Solar Site Engineer
Linear Electrical Systems Limited
01.2020 - Current
- Evaluated energy efficiency projects and programs and provided ongoing technical resource support
- Performed cost analysis for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects to determine financial benefit for potential client
- Optimized resource solutions to generate turnkey proposals and design concepts for energy project scope development
- Conceptualized and determined design to align with energy use, carbon monoxide reduction and lifecycle cost goals
Head Projects Management Office
Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc
01.2010 - 12.2020
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Application Support Engineer
NASDAQ Dubai
07.2007 - 12.2009
- Communicated technical development stages and provided design support to stakeholders.
- Resolved product design, acquisition and launch concerns to achieve customer's targeted business goals.
- Exhibited strong technical aptitude and application expertise resulting in optimized performance, continuous improvement recommendations and product innovation.
- Maintained effective customer relationships and identified future business opportunities to support and strengthen corporation mission.
- Improved application performance through optimization of flow processes.
- Contributed to continuous improvement and quality assurance tasks.
- Addressed technical issues and guided end users through resolution.
- Supported software integration and implemented maintenance enhancements.
- Partnered with development team on product development and application support plans.
- Worked with customers for needs analysis and to determine vendor costs.
- Assisted with creation of user manuals.
- Developed and implemented personalized client solutions using programming language expertise.
- Explained project technical risks and benefits during project kick-off.
- Delivered support training to help customers learn key features of applications.
- Collaborated with stakeholders regarding project capabilities and limitations to deliver optimal functionality.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement new technology features.
Senior Technical Sales Manager
TechNet Zambia Limited
12.2004 - 07.2007
- Developed and executed product market strategy to determine distribution, price and promotion efforts.
- Provided input on contractual agreements for products and services to develop options and maximize profit margins.
- Fostered positive relationships with team members to improve company culture and increase productivity.
- Traveled to customer locations to analyze technical challenges, create dynamic strategies and rapidly implement solutions.
- Prepared and delivered samples and quotations to customers while providing technical expertise to convert prospects into sales.
- Promoted company products and services by attending trade shows and industry conferences.
- Partnered with marketing team to contribute towards marketing strategy by monitoring competitive products and industry reactions.
- Prospected new customers to generate sales leads and increased revenue from existing clients.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Engaged in product training, demonstrations, consumer awareness, branding, and acquisition initiatives to raise awareness and revenues.
- Increased profit margins by effectively controlling budget and overhead and optimizing product turns.
Systems Engineer
Next Technology Zambia Limited
02.1999 - 12.2004
- Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new system designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical components.
- Streamlined troubleshooting processes to improve system support and enhance communication between support team and end-users.
- Configured, installed, and upgraded SQL databases.
- Checked for accuracy and functionality during implementation of new systems.
- Created flowcharts, diagrams and other documentation.
- Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI.
- Documented system configuration, mapping and processes.
- Suggested system updates or changes after conduct in-depth technical reviews.
- Collaborated with executive team to define business requirements and systems goals.
- Optimized networked software and operating systems by applying updates and patches.
- Designed tailored disaster recovery solutions to maintain uptime.
- Integrated database and backup servers into enterprise systems.
- Researched software and systems products to determine purchase recommendations.
- Negotiated with vendors, outsourcers and contractors to secure contracts and set SLAs.
- Delivered helpdesk service and support to customers.
- Completed software updates and assessed security patches for optimized computer use.
Education
Master of Science - Renewable And Sustainable Energy
Atlantic International University
Honolulu, USA05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia06.2001
Skills
- Energy Savings Calculations
- Site Assessments
- Engineering Recommendations
- Organization
- Project Risk Assessment
- Budgets
- Data collection and analysis
- Utility demand management
- Safety awareness
Certification
Agile Project Certified Practitioner
Prince II 2017 Certified Practitioner
Languages
English
Native language
French
Elementary
A2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Solar Site Engineer
Linear Electrical Systems Limited
01.2020 - Current
Head Projects Management Office
Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc
01.2010 - 12.2020
Application Support Engineer
NASDAQ Dubai
07.2007 - 12.2009
Senior Technical Sales Manager
TechNet Zambia Limited
12.2004 - 07.2007
Systems Engineer
Next Technology Zambia Limited
02.1999 - 12.2004
Master of Science - Renewable And Sustainable Energy
Atlantic International University
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
University of Zambia
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