What I Do Best

🔌 Electrical Building Services Design

I design and supervise electrical systems for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, ensuring code compliance, safety, and efficiency. From lighting layouts to solar PV integration, I deliver scalable, cost-effective solutions.

📊 Data-Driven Energy Analytics

With expertise in Python, MATLAB, and data visualization, I apply data science tools to analyze energy consumption, forecast loads, and support smart grid research. My goal is to bridge engineering with AI for sustainable power systems.

🏗️ Technical Training & Capacity Building

I conduct hands-on training in AutoCAD, electrical services design, and project supervision. My programs empower professionals with practical skills and industry-relevant knowledge—available online and on-site.

Work Experience

APRIL 2025 – PRESENT

PhD Candidate & Researcher

Delft University of Technology

  • Researching derating strategies for gas-insulated switchgear to minimize SF₆ footprint.
  • Developing simulation models for transient overvoltage analysis in high-voltage systems.
  • Collaborating with faculty and industry partners on decarbonization initiatives.

FEBRUARY 2018 – MARCH 2025

Lecturer

Technical University of Kenya

  • Taught electrical building services, power systems, and engineering design courses.
  • Coordinated BTech projects and supervised over 30 undergraduate theses.
  • Served in multiple leadership roles including ISO Coordinator and Exams Officer.

JUNE 2016 – PRESENT

Electrical Consultant

Freelance / Apex Engineers / AFIDEP

  • Designed and supervised power and ICT systems for hospitals, markets, and schools.
  • Led infrastructure audits and solar electrification designs for over 800 institutions in Ethiopia.
  • Conducted regulatory assessments and RIA studies for Kenya’s energy sector.

Reliable, Secure, Organised.

I am currently searching for a remote data scientist role

Get Started with Me

Contact me for your data analysis needs.

(254) 716-518-555

ben@benardmakaa.com

3155 BH, Kluiskade 24 Maasland, Netherlands