Xavier Nsama
Project Development Engineer at CGM Power Group Limited
Renewable Energy Engineering at The University of Zambia
Zambia
Hi, I'm Xavier Nsama!
Project Development Engineer at CGM Power Group Limited
Innovative, industrious and talented Mechanical Engineer from the University of Zambia, with a strong passion for renewable energy and a focus on project development, energy technology and energy policies. Possesses technical aptitude with ability to quickly learn engineering methods and concepts. Strong communication skills leveraged to cultivate relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
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CGM Power Group Limited
Project Development Engineer
January 2022 - Present
Collaborated within a cross-functional team to contribute to the design and on-going development of the CGM Power Group 350MW solar PV power plant projects, encompassing the plant layout and ancillary services. Led compliance and registration tasks with statutory and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all necessary applications and renewals were successfully completed. Engaged in technical discussions with both international and local partners, fostering effective communication to enhance project bankability. Facilitated discussions with EPC contractors, O&M contractors and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Acted as a liaison between the company, key project stakeholders, electricity utility companies and government ministries in the energy sector. Conducted research on energy related projects and assignments. Played a vital role in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team, contributing to the assessment process and EIA documentation drafting. Drafted critical project documents, including EPC contracts, O&M contracts and tender documents. Reviewed and revised project documents, reports and financial models. Actively support day-to-day office related tasks such as administrative, legal, financial and other departmental support works
CGM Power Group Limited
Projects Development Engineer
January 2022 - Present
- Collaborated within a cross-functional team to contribute to the design and ongoing development of the CGM Power Group 350MW solar PV power plant projects, encompassing the plant layout and ancillary services.
- Led compliance and registration tasks with statutory and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all necessary applications and renewals were completed.
- Engaged in technical discussions with both international and local partners, fostering effective communication to enhance project bankability.
- Facilitated discussions with EPC contractors, O&M contractors, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
- Acted as a liaison between the company, key project stakeholders, electricity utility companies, and government ministries in the energy sector.
- Conducted research on energy-related projects and assignments.
- Played a vital role in the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team, contributing to the assessment process and EIA documentation drafting.
- Drafted critical project documents, including EPC contracts, O&M contracts, and tender documents.
- Reviewed and revised project documents, reports, and financial models.
- Actively support day-to-day office-related tasks such as administrative, legal, financial, and other departmental support works
Lusaka Water and Sanitation Company
Graduate Mechanical Engineer Trainee
January 2021 - October 2021
Attached with maintenance department responsible for maintenance of all waste water pump stations around Lusaka and maintenance within the waste water treatment plant. Collaborated with a team of engineers and technicians to perform repairs and upgrades to all plant equipment. Scheduled and planned all maintenance jobs. Conducted weekly routine maintenance inspections of all plant equipment and pump stations, serviced equipment, performed maintenance routines, repaired of broken equipment and recommended upgrades and replacements when necessary. Disassembled malfunctioning equipment to locate broken parts and complete repairs, working closely with technicians. Created and maintained documentation, including service records, repair reports, and functional evaluations of all equipment and waste water pump stations.
Lusaka Water and Sanitation Company
Graduate Mechanical Engineer Trainee
January 2021 - October 2021
- Attached with maintenance department responsible for the maintenance of all wastewater pump stations around Lusaka and maintenance within the wastewater treatment plant.
- Collaborated with a team of engineers and technicians to perform repairs and upgrades to all plant equipment.
- Scheduled and planned all maintenance jobs.
- Conducted weekly routine maintenance inspections of all plant equipment and pump stations, serviced equipment, performed maintenance routines, repaired broken equipment, and recommended upgrades and replacements when necessary.
- Disassembled malfunctioning equipment to locate broken parts and complete repairs, working closely with technicians.
- Created and maintained documentation, including service records, repair reports, and functional evaluations of all equipment and wastewater pump stations.
Zambia Breweries
Intern - Industrial Attachment
January 2020 - February 2020
Applied thermodynamic properties of refrigeration in the engine room (carbon dioxide plants for cooling) and boiler house for hot water used in the manufacturing processes. Gained an understanding of maintenance systems and processes at the water treatment plant. Walked through the general plant operation and the applied operation and maintenance systems of different machinery around the plant. Conducted routine maintenance and repairs of all plant equipment.
Kariba North Bank Station
Intern - Industrial Attachment
January 2019 - February 2019
Conducted research on types of machinery including pumps, compressors, air-condition systems, air ducts, industrial chillers, turbines, generators, transformers, cranes and valves. Carried out maintenance on machines at the power station under supervision and guidance of supervisors and technicians. Observed and learned about power station operations, department roles and maintenance and safety procedures. Performed a wide range of other tasks across various departments.
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