Robert Othieno

Proficient in modelling software including Simulink, MATLAB, and Aspen HYSYS. Strong leadership and teamwork skills to drive project success and organizational goals. Passionate about process control, LOPA, and simulation, with hands-on experience in system optimization.

• Core MATLAB Skills: MathWorks.
• Project Management Fundamentals: IBM.
• Simulink Onramp: MathWorks.
• Control Design Onramp with Simulink: MathWorks.
• COSHH Diploma: Reed Courses.
• University Process Safety Workshop: IchemE
• Global Responsible Engineering: Engineers Without Boarders UK.

• Delegate for the East Africa Model United Nations, representing human rights in Mongolia.

Control Strategy in Pellet Softening for Water treatment.

• Developed and optimized a linearized control strategy approach for a pellet reactor water softening process.
• Applied LOPA procedures to enhance stability and strengthen inherent and passive safety protocols.
• Developed a comprehensive P&ID to improve visualization and system architecture.

Ford EV Engineering Job Simulation - Forage (2024)

• Visualized data using Excel to understand the relationship between battery chemistries and capacity.
• Examined Python code for tuning a PID controller to understand its role in improving control accuracy.

Siemens Mobility Operations Industrial Engineer Job Simulation - Forage (2024)

• Utilized manufacturing and engineering principles to identify inefficiencies and propose actionable improvements, enhancing production workflow and reducing waste.
• Employed data-driven decision-making and process analysis techniques to pinpoint and address a critical bottleneck in the wheel assembly section, leading to a proposed layout change that improved operational efficiency.
• Developed a comprehensive layout optimization protocol, incorporating technical communication skills and strategic planning to justify changes.