Ermias Mehari
@ermiasmehari
Experienced electrical engineer specializing in power systems and product design.
What I'm looking for
I am an electrical engineer with a robust background in hybrid power systems, SCADA/EMS systems, and product design. My experience spans various roles, where I have consistently demonstrated my ability to lead teams and deliver successful projects. At General Electric, I developed and configured power system databases that enabled real-time data acquisition for national control center projects, showcasing my technical expertise and commitment to excellence.
Throughout my career, I have authored technical documentation and designed high-level architectures for Battery Energy Storage Systems, ensuring reliability in mini-grid and telecom applications. My role as an IT Support Engineer at Carnegie Mellon University allowed me to implement remote instruction solutions during the pandemic, further enhancing my adaptability and problem-solving skills. I thrive in collaborative environments, having worked with cross-functional teams to create innovative digital products for start-ups, which has honed my design thinking and project management abilities.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Power Systems Engineer
General Electric
Jun 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Developed and configured power system databases for SCADA/EMS systems, enabling real-time data acquisition. Modeled power system behavior using analysis tools and designed intuitive HMIs for enhanced operator efficiency.
Power Systems Engineer
General Electric
Jun 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Developed and configured power system databases for SCADA/EMS systems, enabling real-time data acquisition. Modeled power system behavior using analysis tools and designed HMIs for enhanced operator efficiency.
Electrical Engineer
SLS Energy
Jun 2023 - Sep 2023 (3 months)
Authored technical documentation for repurposing lithium batteries and designed high-level architectures for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in various applications.
Electrical Engineer
SLS Energy
Jun 2023 - Aug 2023 (2 months)
Authored technical documentation for repurposing lithium batteries and designed high-level architectures for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in various applications.
IT Support Engineer
Carnegie Mellon University
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Implemented remote instruction solutions during the pandemic and led the development of a real-time bus tracking system to improve campus transit efficiency.
Product Designer
Freelance
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)
Designed digital products for start-ups, developed cross-platform applications, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive product development.
IT Support Engineer
Carnegie Mellon University
Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)
Implemented remote instruction solutions and led the development of a real-time bus tracking system, enhancing campus transit efficiency and ensuring continuity during the pandemic.
Power Systems Engineer
Huawei Technologies
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Managed a team to deliver power systems to over 100 sites, ensuring project success through effective customer interaction and support for nationwide telecom projects.
Power Systems Engineer
Huawei Technologies
Jan 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Managed a team to deliver power systems to over 100 sites, handled customer interactions for project planning, and supported nationwide telecom projects.
Product Designer
Freelance
Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)
Designed digital products for African SMEs, developed cross-platform applications, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive product development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Carnegie Mellon University
Master of Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering
2022 - 2023
Completed a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering with relevant coursework in Energy Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Analysis, and Machine Learning. Engaged in projects such as techno-economic assessments for hybrid mini-grids and performance analysis of MPPT algorithms.
Glasgow Caledonian University
Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical Power Systems Engineering
2017 - 2020
Grade: First Class Honors
Earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Power Systems Engineering, graduating with First Class Honors. Relevant coursework included Integrated Engineering Studies and Power Systems Analysis, with a thesis on autonomous control for quadcopters.
African Leadership University
Training, Leadership
2015 - 2016
Participated in a leadership training program focusing on Entrepreneurial Leadership, Projects, and Communication for Impact, enhancing skills in data-driven decision-making.
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