Vincent Ogar
Glasgow,UK
Summary
Offering strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a solid foundation in electrical engineering principles. Knowledgeable about power systems and eager to leverage strong communication and teamwork abilities. Ready to use and develop technical, analytical, and project management skills in an Electrical Engineering role.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Power System Engineer
National Grid
Warwick, United Kingdom
2023.09 - Current
- Carry out system studies such as fault-level, voltage, thermal, and load-flow studies in the GB network.
- Actively involved in the connection reform for
- Implemented best practices for energy management that are both cost-effective and sustainable.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth project execution.
- Developed innovative solutions for challenging engineering problems, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Ensured reliable operation of power systems with routine maintenance checks and repairs.
- Integrated renewable energy sources into existing power grids seamlessly.
Research student
University of Glasgow
Glasgow, United Kingdom
2020.01 - 2023.12
- Contributed to preparing grant applications to secure additional funding for research projects.
- Designed and implemented research methodologies to collect and analyse data.
- Research on transmission line fault protection
Lecturer
Cross River University Of Technology
Calabar
2015.11 - 2020.01
- Lectures on basic electrical engineering principles
- Conduct seminars and workshops for the students in the department
- Project coordinator for a final year student
- Academic Adviser for the first and second-year students
- Examination and result officer for the department
- Served as a personal tutor for struggling students and increased pass rates.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
University of Glasgow
Glasgow 2020.01 - 2023.12
Master of Science - Electrical Systems and Networks
Donetsk National Technical University
Donetsk Ukraine 2012.09 - 2014.09
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Cross River University of Technology
Calabar, Cross River, Nigeria 2004.07 - 2009.05
Skills
- Energy efficiency strategies
- Grid integration knowledge
- Fault analysis capacity
- Electrical substation operation
- Load flow analysis
- Power system design
- MATLAB software usage
- Power factory
Affiliations
- Traveling , Watching Football Reading and Listening to Gospel music
Certification
Member, Institute of Engineering and Technology
Published Journals
1. Ogar, V.N.; Hussain, S.; Gamage, K.A.A. Load Frequency Control Using the Particle Swarm Optimisation Algorithm and PID Controller for Effective Monitoring of Transmission Lines. Energies 2023, 16, 5748. https://doi.org/10.3390/en16155748
Timeline
Power System Engineer
National Grid
2023.09 - Current
Doctor of Philosophy - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
University of Glasgow
2020.01 - 2023.12
Research student
University of Glasgow
2020.01 - 2023.12
Lecturer
Cross River University Of Technology
2015.11 - 2020.01
Master of Science - Electrical Systems and Networks
Donetsk National Technical University
2012.09 - 2014.09
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Cross River University of Technology
2004.07 - 2009.05