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John Lawani

@johnlawani

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Engineering graduate skilled in industrial automation and process safety.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can combine problem-solving skills from engineering with strong communication and customer support abilities. I enjoy analyzing processes, troubleshooting issues, and improving workflows while helping people have a seamless experience. I value opportunities to learn, innovate, and make measurable impact in fast-paced, collaborative environments

I am a marine engineering graduate with hands-on experience in industrial automation, SCADA/HMI verification, sensor testing, and plant pre-commissioning. I combine a technical foundation with strong transferable skills in documentation, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement.

In practical roles I verified control programs and safety sequences across 120+ HMI/SCADA screens, tested 80+ sensors, and supported a successful 72-hour trial run at a 32 TPH rice mill. I also supported production engineering lab operations, managing tool inventory and recording data for over 200 test samples.

I value operational efficiency, risk management, and data-driven decision-making, and I am recognized for leadership in mentoring and public service through volunteer and teaching roles. I hold certifications in Industrial Electrical Installations & Maintenance and Mechanical Fitting, and completed a Coursera course in Cloud Computing.

I am a fast learner with analytical thinking, strong organisational abilities, and clear communication skills, seeking to contribute to dynamic organisations focused on safe, efficient operations and continuous improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SERVICOM Volunteer Member

SERVICOM

Jan 2025 - Dec 2025 (11 months)

Promoted citizen engagement via community and school outreaches on health, safety, and civic awareness; received a Letter of Commendation for distinguished performance.

Community Outreach Public Engagement Civics Volunteer coordination

Science & Mathematics Teacher

Kristal Schools

Jan 2025 - Dec 2025 (11 months)

Taught 40+ SS3 students and implemented digital tools to improve practical scores by 20%; mentored 60+ students and coordinated classroom activities to enhance academic outcomes.

Teaching Mentoring Classroom Management Educational Technology Assessment Design Communication

Production Engineering Intern

University of Benin

Jun 2023 - Oct 2023 (4 months)

Supported welding and machining sessions, managed inventory for 50+ tools, and recorded data for 200+ test samples across 18+ lab sessions to improve lab throughput.

Welding Machining Materials Testing SIWES

Technician, Pre-Commissioning

Lagos Rice Mill

Oct 2022 - Oct 2022 (0 months)

Verified control programs and safety sequences across 120+ HMI/SCADA screens, tested 80+ sensors, and maintained documentation to support a successful 72-hour trial run.

Safety Compliance Excel SCADA HMI Programming SCADA SCADA Configurations Electrical Installation Machining Machining Or Metal Fabrication Procurement Sourcing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Benin

Bachelor of Engineering, Marine Engineering

Activities and societies: Relevant coursework: Offshore Structures, Mechanics of Machines, Ship Automation, Running & Maintenance of Power Plants, Engineering Management, Engineering Economics & Administration; Final-Year Project: Prototype PSV design and fabrication.

Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Marine Engineering with a final-year project designing and fabricating a prototype Platform Supply Vessel, including stability analysis, material selection, budgeting, and workshop coordination.