Kevine Odongo
Service Engineer/Technical supervisor at IFAST Engineering Ltd
Renewable Energy Engineering at Technical University of Mombasa
Kenya
Hi, I'm Kevine Odongo!
Service Engineer/Technical supervisor at IFAST Engineering Ltd
Dynamic and sustainability-driven Energy Systems Engineer with comprehensive hands-on experience in solar PV installation, diagnostics, and preventive maintenance for both commercial and residential systems. Passionate about driving clean energy adoption, system efficiency, and environmental stewardship. Proven record in leading projects that enhance energy reliability, reduce carbon footprints, and promote Kenya’s renewable energy transition. Currently serving as a Service Engineer at IFAST Engineering Ltd while concurrently consulting for Gratia Energy Ltd to advance sustainable power solutions.
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IFAST Engineering Ltd
Service Engineer/Technical supervisor
October 2025 - Present
Lead the design, installation, and commissioning of solar PV systems advancing sustainable electrification projects.
Conduct inverter diagnostics, system audits, and maintenance to ensure over 98% uptime.
Integrate sustainable materials and circular maintenance processes to reduce lifecycle costs.
Supervise technical teams and uphold HSE and environmental compliance standards.
Collaborate on energy performance data analytics for predictive maintenance and efficiency improvements.
Gratia Energy Ltd
Consultant – Solar Technical Support and Project Oversight
August 2025 - Present
Commission and service high-capacity solar PV systems (50–200kWp) with a focus on performance and sustainability.
Deliver client training on efficient system use, digital monitoring, and sustainable energy practices.
Develop preventive maintenance schedules improving reliability by 95%+.
Draft sustainability-aligned service reports and recommend green technology upgrades.
Megawatt Energies Ltd
Technical Engineering Lead – Service and Installation
April 2025 - September 2025
Supervised a team of 12 engineers to execute 950kWp+ solar installations and 900kWh+ battery storage.
Improved energy efficiency by 25% and reduced downtime by 40% through advanced technical frameworks.
Advocated for sustainable procurement and optimized installation practices, lowering carbon footprint.
Mentored technicians and enhanced internal capacity for renewable system resilience.
Megawatt Energies Ltd
Solar Engineer – Pre-sales & After-sales Support
October 2024 - March 2025
Designed and simulated 100+ solar PV systems using PVsyst and AutoCAD, reducing energy costs by up to 35%.
Increased client acquisition by 20% through technical demonstrations emphasizing sustainability.
Improved preventive maintenance strategies cutting system failures by 15%.
Independent Practitioner
Solar Installation & Battery Management Technician
April 2024 - September 2024
Installed and commissioned hybrid/off-grid solar systems supporting rural clean energy access.
Repaired 30+ battery systems, extending lifespan and reducing e-waste through better recycling practices.
Promoted user awareness on sustainable energy consumption and long-term system health.
Research Institution
Research Fellow – Energy Sustainability Program (Virtual)
January 2024 - March 2024
Conducted research on biomass-solar hybrid models benefiting 200+ households.
Supported feasibility studies for solar hub models serving 5,000+ rural users.
Published research insights to guide sustainable development policies.
KenGen – Olkaria Geothermal Station
Engineering Trainee – Preventive Maintenance & Diagnostics
January 2023 - April 2023
Assisted in maintaining turbines and pumps sustaining 140MW+ plant output.
Implemented preventive maintenance reducing equipment downtime by 20%.
Supported compliance audits achieving zero safety incidents.
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Swahili
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