NANCY ABENA FORSON
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Summary
Highly skilled and dedicated electrical and electronic engineer with a strong background in Mining Technology, Proficient in installation and maintaining advanced technologies to optimize efficiency, safety, and productivity in mining processes. Proven track record of successfully managing projects from conception to completion ensuring adherence to budget and timeline. Strong communication and leadership skills, adept at collaborating with functional teams and stakeholders to achieve projects objectives. Committed to continuous learning and professional development, staying abreast of emerging trend and advancement in mining technology.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Mine Technology Enabled Solution Engineer
MANTRAC GHANA LIMITED
11.2024 - Current
- Retrofit, install, troubleshoot, inspect, downgrade/upgrade, configure, train users and verify software functionalities
- Maintain technical expertise in Mining Technology Solutions hardware, software and installation process
- Collaborate with caterpillar support teams to maintain and optimize deployed MTES systems
- Provide onsite and remote technical supports for MTES platforms
- Writing reports on all work done and managing ticketing processes.
Mine Technology Enabled Solution Engineer
MANTRAC GHANA LIMITED
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Providing technical support and expertise to the customer of technology solutions installed.
- Assisting in Network troubleshooting of Technology components connected to the network.
- Installation of cutting edge Minestar technology products through surveys, assessment of machines and ensuring proper integration of these technologies on machinery.
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance of already existing technologies by conducting regular equipment inspections and developing highly effective solutions for identified problems.
- Analyzing data from machines through monitoring system software such as (Vision Link, Driver safety system interface) and identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Documenting all maintenance and repair activities, writing reports for component replacement, and ticketing the systems.
- Ensuring technology system upgrades and systems configuration to meet mines sites requirement.
- Commissioning and Decommissioning of Minestar Technologies from and into equipment.
- Technologies and Machines worked on: Driver Safety Systems: Haul Trucks (CAT 785c, CAT 777G and CAT 777D), Buses (Hyundai, Kia, Toyota coaster buses and Zhong Tong), and Underground Machines (Sandvik Trucks), Product Link Elite: Haul Trucks (CAT 785c), and Wheel Loaders (CAT 992K and 99G), Minestar Terrain: Graders (CAT 16Mand 16H), Dozers ( CAT 834K and 844 Tire Dozer, CAT D10 Track Dozer) Loaders (CAT 992K and 99G), and Shovels (Liebherr 9400 and Liebherr 994B) and Drills (Sandvik DR560 Drill and Sandvik D45KS Drill), Minestar Fleet: Haul Trucks (CAT 785c and CAT 777D)
Graduate Trainee
MANTRAC GHANA LIMITED
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Helped in conducting regular Preventive Maintenance inspections and diagnostics to identify any issues or malfunctions in the CAT machinery.
- Helped in diagnose and troubleshoot and rectify both faults related to engineering using Technician software (ET) and Service Information System Software (SIS 2.0).
- Interpret caterpillar electrical schematics.
- Also helped in writing technical service reports to caterpillar standards.
- Ensure dedicated and continual training, learning and development in the field engineering and safety.
Education
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Mines and Technology
08.2025 - 08.2028
BSc - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Energy and Natural Resources
08.2016 - 11.2020
Skills
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork
- Leadership Skills
- Good computing skills
- Good communication skills
- Caterpillar Electronic Technician training
- Caterpillar Service Information System training
- Caterpillar Vision link
- Caterpillar Driver Safety System Information
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Cat Minestar System
Websites
Personal Development And Certification
- Project Management Certificate, University of Mines and Technology, 12/21/25
- Fleet and Terrain Training Certificates, Mining Technology Academy, 2021 and 2022
- Fleet and Terrain Training with Caterpillar Expert
- Caterpillar Product Link, 11/25/22
- Introduction to Next generation Telematics, 09/27/22
- ISO 45001:2018-Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems certificate, 07/22/21
- Technicians for Africa Certificate of Completion, 2021
Professional Interest
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Teamwork
- Leadership Skills
- Good computing skills
- Good communication skills
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
MSc - Engineering Management
University of Mines and Technology
08.2025 - 08.2028
Mine Technology Enabled Solution Engineer
MANTRAC GHANA LIMITED
11.2024 - Current
Mine Technology Enabled Solution Engineer
MANTRAC GHANA LIMITED
08.2022 - 10.2024
Graduate Trainee
MANTRAC GHANA LIMITED
05.2022 - 07.2022
BSc - Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Energy and Natural Resources
08.2016 - 11.2020