FOSTER KWABENA BOATENG
Tema
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Electrical Engineer with expertise in transformer diagnostics and aerial thermography at Ghana Grid Company Limited. Proven ability to enhance system reliability through advanced testing and maintenance techniques. Basic knowledge in protection relay testing and asset condition monitoring, complemented by strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Electrical Engineer
GHANA GRID COMPANY LIMITED (GRIDCo)
Tema
06.2022 - Current
- Primary Plant Diagnostics: Led diagnostic testing on 161kV/330kV transformers and reactors grid-wide; utilized Tan Delta and DGA data to avert catastrophic failures.
- Secondary Systems & Protection: Conducted testing and health checks on SEL Protection Relays, confirming operational integrity of Overcurrent, Distance, and Differential schemes via SEL software.
- OLTC Specialist: Executed maintenance on Diverter Switches, including draining/flushing carbonized oil and verifying resistor integrity for seamless voltage regulation.
- Aerial Intelligence: Assisted drone-based thermal inspections of transmission lines, identifying structural risks and hotspots to enhance maintenance planning.
Power Plant Control Room Operator
SUNON ASOGLI POWER GHANA LTD
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Managed real-time operations of gas and steam turbine generators, maintaining synchronization with the national grid for optimal energy distribution.
- Fulfilled routine responsibilities to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with diverse team members to achieve common objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
University of Mines And Technology
Tarkwa, Ghana06-2015
Skills
- Switchgear Testing
- OLTC Maintenance
- Protection Relay Testing
Transformer diagnostics
- Asset Monitoring
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Aerial Mapping
Personal Information
Title: Assistant Electrical Engineer
References
- Aaron Adjabeng, Manager, Transmission Assets Management, GRIDCo, aaron.adjabeng@gridcogh.com
- Emmanuel Adzormahe, Senior Electrical Engineer, Engineering Projects, GRIDCo, emmanuel.adzormahe@gridchogh.com, (+233) 242247136
- Seth Ofori, Senior Lecturer, University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), sofori@umat.edu.gh, (+233) 243131305
Projects
- 330kV AKSA Anwomaso (Kumasi): Assisted in the pre-commissioning of substation equipment for Ghana’s first 330kV Combined Cycle Thermal Plant.
- Bolgatanga Expansion: Assisted in the pre-commissioning of 2No. 250MVA Autotransformers.
- Industrial Infrastructure: Supported pre-commissioning of primary equipment for Cardinal Namdini Mines and Afrisipa Newmont.
- Aerial Corridor Mapping: Led a comprehensive aerial inspection and mapping project of a 20km double circuit transmission line corridor.
- AKSA Ghana Limited: Assisted in the overhaul and maintenance of transformer tap changers and diverter switch compartments.
Software Proficiencies
- Protection & Control: SEL AcSELerator QuickSet, SEL Compass, Digsilent PowerFactory (Basic).
- Diagnostic Tools: OMICRON Primary Test Manager (PTM), Megger PowerDB, Doble DTA.
- General & Engineering: AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel for data trending).
Technical Core Competencies
- Transformer Diagnostics: Tan Delta, Winding Resistance, Insulation Resistance (IR), TTR, and SFRA.
- Asset Condition Monitoring: DGA interpretation, Oil BDV testing, and Thermal Calibration.
- Specialized Maintenance: OLTC Diverter Switch overhauls and transition resistor measurement.
- Switchgear & Protection: Circuit Breaker Timing, Contact Resistance, and SEL Protection Relay testing (Overcurrent, Distance, and Differential).
- Aerial Intelligence: GCAA Licensed Drone Pilot; expert in aerial thermography and corridor mapping.
Timeline
Assistant Electrical Engineer
GHANA GRID COMPANY LIMITED (GRIDCo)
06.2022 - Current
Power Plant Control Room Operator
SUNON ASOGLI POWER GHANA LTD
11.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Electrical/Electronic Engineering
University of Mines And Technology