USMAN ALHASSAN

Electrical Engineer | Distribution System Operator
Daura, NG.

About

Highly analytical and results-driven Electrical Engineer with 7+ years of experience in power distribution operations, substation maintenance, and grid reliability. Proven expertise in transformer testing, relay control systems, and regulatory compliance, complemented by emerging skills in Data Analytics and Digital Marketing. Adept at optimizing system performance, troubleshooting complex electrical issues, and contributing to efficient power delivery in dynamic environments.

Work

Kano Electricity Distribution Company
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Distribution System Operator (DSO)

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed real-time power distribution operations, ensuring system stability, regulatory compliance, and efficient energy flow across the network.

Highlights

Monitored and reported 100% of feeder and transformer circuit breaker trips to Central Dispatch (K1), facilitating rapid response and minimizing power outage durations.

Accurately recorded and submitted hourly energy consumption data to the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) portal, achieving 100% compliance with regulatory reporting standards.

Supervised and observed substation equipment and materials, proactively identifying and reporting abnormalities to prevent potential system failures.

Ensured strict adherence to substation maintenance schedules and allocated feeder hours, contributing to enhanced grid stability and operational efficiency.

Kano Electricity Distribution Company
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Protection Control and Metering (PC&M) Engineer

Kano, Kano State, Nigeria

Summary

Executed comprehensive installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for electrical substation relay and control equipment, enhancing grid protection and operational efficiency.

Highlights

Performed installations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of critical relay and control equipment in electrical substations, ensuring optimal protection system functionality.

Conducted periodic performance tests on substation equipment, including power factor, installation, and transformer turn ratio tests, to maintain equipment reliability and extend operational lifespan.

Analyzed relay operations to identify and resolve mis-operations, implementing corrective actions that improved system accuracy and reduced potential equipment failures.

Maintained strict compliance with substation maintenance schedules, contributing to a more reliable power distribution network and increased operational uptime.

Hidiyatul ulil Albab Primary School
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Classroom Teacher

Daura, Katsina State, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered engaging instruction and managed classroom activities for primary school students, fostering a positive learning environment.

Highlights

Taught core subjects to primary school students, developing foundational academic skills across a diverse curriculum.

Managed classroom dynamics effectively, ensuring a structured and positive learning atmosphere for 25+ students.

Communicated complex concepts in an understandable manner, facilitating student comprehension and engagement in daily lessons.

Education

Federal University Dutsinma
Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc)

Physics and Electronics

Federal College of Education (Technical), Bichi
Bichi, Kano State, Nigeria

Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE)

Electrical/Electronics Technology

Government Pilot Secondary School Daura
Daura, Katsina State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary School Certificate

General Studies

General Muhammad Buhari Primary School Daura
Daura, Katsina State, Nigeria

Primary School Leaving Certificate

Primary Education

Publications

Computation of cohesive energy of carbon allotropes using density functional theory (DFT) Fhi-aims code

Published by

Undisclosed

Construction of 500watts solar inverter using SG3524N

Published by

Undisclosed

Certificates

Data Analytics Essentials

Issued By

Undisclosed

Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Issued By

Undisclosed

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)

Issued By

NYSC

Training Course on fundamentals of Digital Marketing

Issued By

Undisclosed

Training Course on GOOGLE CLOUD

Issued By

Google

Training course on Health Safety and Environment (HSE)

Issued By

Undisclosed

Training course on Security Awareness and Consciousness initiatives in protecting Critical Infrastructure “THE ELECTRICITY SECTOR"

Issued By

Undisclosed

Training course on Decision Making

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Undisclosed

Certificate of Computer Application

Issued By

Undisclosed

Skills

Electrical Engineering & Operations

Distribution System Operations, Substation Equipment, Transformer Testing, Relay & Control Equipment, Electrical Installations, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Power Factor Testing, Transformer Turn Ratio Testing, Regulatory Compliance (NERC), Energy Monitoring, Grid Reliability.

Data & Digital

Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Google Cloud.

Software & Technical Tools

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer Applications.

Professional & Transferable Skills

Teamwork, Independent Work, Problem-Solving, Technical Reporting, Decision Making, Communication, Classroom Management, Instruction, Health Safety and Environment (HSE), Security Awareness (Critical Infrastructure).