Joseph Okyere
@josephokyere
Innovative electrical engineer passionate about IoT and machine learning.
GhanaWhat I'm looking for
I am a recent graduate from Ashesi University with a BSc in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, graduating with First Class Honors. My academic journey has been marked by a strong focus on innovative projects, including the development of an Autonomous Surface Vehicle (ASV) for collecting plastic waste, which earned a $16,000 grant for further development. My passion lies in leveraging technology to address environmental challenges, and I have successfully integrated machine learning models to enhance the functionality of my projects.
Currently, I serve as a Teaching and Research Assistant at Ashesi University, where I support students in complex engineering concepts and collaborate on research in IoT and embedded systems. My internships at Wilmar Africa and Ghana Airports Company Limited have equipped me with practical experience in engineering maintenance and optimization, contributing to significant production improvements and operational efficiencies. I am eager to apply my skills in a dynamic environment that values innovation and sustainability.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Teaching and Research Assistant
Ashesi University
Aug 2023 - Present (2 years)
Assisted in teaching Signals and Systems, Digital Signal Processing, Multivariate Calculus, and Linear Algebra, supporting lectures, grading, and tutoring. Collaborated with faculty on research at the intersection of IoT, embedded systems, and wireless communication, focusing on low-power design and real-time sensor integration.
Peer Tutor
Ashesi University
Sep 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 4 months)
Tutored 10 students in Engineering Calculus and Control Systems, with students averaging a B+. Provided academic support and clarified complex concepts.
Engineering and Instrumentation Intern
Wilmar Africa Limited
Jun 2022 - Aug 2022 (2 months)
Collaborated with a team to undertake a 4-week preventive maintenance project at the oil factory, resulting in a 20% increase in vegetable cooking oil production. Calibrated and fixed faulty sensors, optimizing their accuracy and contributing to a 15% reduction in raw material wastage.
Electrical Engineering Intern
Ghana Airports Company Limited
Jul 2021 - Aug 2021 (1 month)
Assisted technicians in repairing and maintaining ground communication equipment to ensure compliance with Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) standards. Leveraged Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) for remote control and monitoring of electrical equipment, leading to improved energy efficiency and reduced operational costs.
Service-Learning Project
Katamanso Presby '2' Primary School
Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)
Undertook a week-long service-learning initiative, providing valuable assistance in middle school math and science classes. Introduced interactive teaching tools and resources like GeoGebra and Khan Academy to supplement traditional teaching methods.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Ashesi University
BSc. Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
2019 - 2023
Grade: First Class Honors
Activities and societies: Undergraduate Capstone Project: A Low-Cost ASV for Collecting Plastic Waste on Water Bodies, Peer Tutor, Service-Learning Project
Graduated with First Class Honors. Completed an undergraduate capstone project on a low-cost ASV for collecting plastic waste on water bodies, which involved designing and building a catamaran ASV with ultrasonic sensors and a conveyor belt. Developed a MobileNet-SSD machine learning model for plastic waste recognition and secured a $16,000 grant for further development and publication.
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Location
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