Augustine Teiko Tagoe
Accra
Summary
Proactive Petrochemical Engineer with expertise in research and data analysis, and interests in catalysis and electrochemical technologies. Published researcher committed to leveraging technical knowledge in pursuit of innovative energy sector developments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Gas Dispatcher
West Coast Gas Ghana Limited
Accra
06.2022 - Current
- Monitored the gas network via SCADA and periodic data to ensure compliance with nominations, gas quality specifications, and operating parameters.
- Issued notifications and interacted with relevant stakeholders to address inconsistencies across the network, and implement changes in nominations.
- Collated periodic data where live data was unavailable, and prepared periodic gas network status updates for the principal client.
- Analyzed and recorded all gas network events, including supply interruptions, demand limitations, and infrastructural constraints, to support gas nomination revisions and forecasting.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize the client portfolio in accordance with contractual obligations.
- Prepared relevant daily operational reports and network event logs for issuance to the principal client and relevant stakeholders.
- Designed and developed SCADA and PI Vision dashboards to enhance real-time monitoring and data visualization.
Research Assistant
Informal Employment
Kumasi
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Designed experimental protocols for all lab work
- Responsible for research documentation
- Responsible for performing all laboratory experiments
- Performed periodic presentations of progress of research to supervisor
- Assisted in the implementation of safety protocols and procedures in the laboratory
Teaching and Research Assistant
Chemical Engineering Department, K.N.U.S.T.
Ashanti Region
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted in teaching undergraduate courses in chemical engineering
- Conducted research projects in the field of chemical engineering
- Provided support to faculty members in various academic and administrative tasks
- Assisted in the supervision of laboratory experiments and student projects
- Participated in departmental meetings and seminars
- Contributed to the development of course materials and curriculum
- Assisted in grading assignments and exams
- Mentored and guided undergraduate students in their academic and research activities
- Assisted in the design and implementation of laboratory experiments
- Assisted in the implementation of safety protocols and procedures in the laboratory
Company Representative
Freddex Power Limited
Accra
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Company Overview: in collaboration with BioFabrik (Germany)
- Develop and maintain relationships with potential and existing clients
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the renewable energy sector to drive business growth for Freddex Power Limited
- Promote the company's products and services and build awareness in the renewable energy sector
- In collaboration with BioFabrik (Germany)
Developer
Dolphex Technologies Ltd.
Accra
10.2014 - 01.2018
- Analyzed and optimized code performance to ensure efficient and scalable applications
- Developed and implemented software solutions that meet the needs of Dolphex Technologies Ltd
- And its clients
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop solutions
- Collaborated with other developers to design, develop and maintain software applications
Teacher
Bethel Nursery Preparatory Junior High School
E/R
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Implemented teaching strategies to enhance student learning and participation
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to create a supportive learning environment
- Promoted a positive and inclusive classroom environment to support the diverse needs of students
- Provided individualized support and attention to students with special needs to ensure their academic and social success
Education
Bachelor of Science - Petrochemical Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
Ghana08-2020
High School Diploma -
Benkum Senior High School
Ghana07-2016
Skills
- mySCADA & PI Vision
- Written & Oral Communication
- Teamwork
- Established Driver
- Microsoft Office Suite Applications
- Netbeans IDE
- Attention to Detail
- Matlab
- AutoCAD
- Python, Javascript & Java proficiency
- Adaptability
Publications
- Petrol Filling Station Safety Assessment and Fire Safety Knowledge of Fuel Pump Attendants, Daniel A. Anang, Kekeli Anyomi, Benjamin Afotey, Mizpah A. D. Rockson, Emmanuela Kwao-Boateng, Edward Antwi, Augustine T. Tagoe, Journal of Ghana Science Association, 20(2), 2021
- Comparative Analysis of Palm Kernel And Waste Cooking Oils For Biodiesel Production As An Alternative Fuel To Conventional Diesel Fuel, Manasseh T. Agbedam, Enoch K. Acquah, Anthony N. A. Prempeh, Augustine T. Tagoe, Kobina A. Ofori, Emmanuela Kwao-Boateng, Journal of the Ghana Institution of Engineering, 2023
Valuable Research Projects
- Production and advanced characterization of potash produced from plantain peels, cocoa pods and avocado seeds using XRD, FTIR, XRF, SEM, TEM, Raman Spectroscopy, XPS and ICP.
- Extraction of Magnesium oxide from watermelon seeds for supercapacitor applications.
- Production of hydrogel capsules from chitosan-based biomaterials (clam shells) for enhanced oil recovery.
- Plant design for the production of acetylene gas from calcium carbide in Ghana.
Awards Certificates
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute (PMI), 2025
- Fire Safety Training, Ghana National Fire Service, 2024
- PI ProcessBooks: Basics, OSIsoft (now AVEVA), 2024
- PI DataLink: Beyond The Basics, OSIsoft (now AVEVA), 2024
- PI DataLink: Basics, OSisoft (now AVEVA), 2024
- PI Vision: Beyond The Basics, OSIsoft (now AVEVA), 2024
- PI Vision: Basics, OSIsoft (now AVEVA), 2024
- PI System: Basics, OSIsoft (now AVEVA), 2024
- IBM Data Science, Coursera, 2023
- Hazard Identification, Risk Assessment and Control, HSE Masters, 2023
- Customer Experience Training, Loyale Stage Service Consult, 2022
- Leadership Game Training, Grace Centre for Growth and Excellence, 2022
- ISO Awareness Training, HSE Masters, 2022
- Object Detection Web App with TensorFlow, OpenCV and Flask, Udemy, 2022
- Fundamentals of Networking Security, Udemy, 2021
Relevant Courses
- Kinetics and Reaction Engineering
- Catalysis
- Electrochemical Technology
- Heat and Mass Transfer
- Computer Optimization Methods
Leadership Experience
- President, Divine Healerʼs Students and Associates (Non-profit Organization), KNUST, Ghana, 2018 - 2020
- Prayer Secretary, The Divine Healerʼs Students and Associates (Non-profit Organization), KNUST, Ghana, 2017 - 2018
- Technical Director, Gospel Explosion of IHCF (Non-profit Organization), KNUST, Ghana, 2017 - 2018
- Technical Director, Adhyemma Press Corps (Non-profit Organization), Benkum Senior High School, Ghana, 2015 - 2016
References
Dr. Daniel Adjah Anang, K.N.U.S.T.
Email: daanang.coe@knust.edu.gh
Phone: +233549085490
Dr. Ella Kwao-Boateng, K.N.U.S.T.
Email: ekwaoboateng@knust.edu.gh
Phone: +233244109589
Rev. Philip Attakpah
Email: philiptemple@yahoo.co.uk
Phone: +233541265518
Timeline
Gas Dispatcher
West Coast Gas Ghana Limited
06.2022 - Current
Research Assistant
Informal Employment
09.2021 - 02.2022
Company Representative
Freddex Power Limited
07.2021 - 07.2021
Teaching and Research Assistant
Chemical Engineering Department, K.N.U.S.T.
09.2020 - 08.2021
Teacher
Bethel Nursery Preparatory Junior High School
05.2017 - 08.2017
Developer
Dolphex Technologies Ltd.
10.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Petrochemical Engineering
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology (KNUST)
High School Diploma -
Benkum Senior High School
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