Francis Emmanuel Chinda
PhD in RF
Seri Iskandar,Perak , Malaysia
Summary
Ph.D. And expert in the design, and synthesis of RF and microwave filter products with enough design techniques for filters that offer good performance towards tuning-less implementation to charter for high demand within a short time. Capable to Lead a project team in a fast-paced environment to deliver new products to customers on time, meeting or exceeding all requirements and resulting in profitable products when transitioned to manufacturing.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Research Assistant
Universiti Teknologi Petronas
Perak
07.2019 - Current
- Design , Synthesis and implementation of Band-pass filters for microwave and millimeter wave front-end-subsystem
- Conduct Measurement and testing of Filters using VNA network analyzer.
- Conduct filter sensitivity analysis to prove easier fabrication tolerance.
- Conduct temperature handling capability of front-end network subsystems.
- Conduct Laboratory Practicals for over 50 students on RF and microwave Designs
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis
- Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment
- Conducted tests on equipment and instruments for quality
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications
- Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment
- Generated data models and performed analysis to produce reports outlining results
- Recorded experimental findings in laboratory notebook to analyze and interpret experimental findings
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor
- On-boarded new temps by entering employee information into systems
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific time frames
- Set and oversaw quality assurance guidelines for laboratory work
- Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research
- Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lecturer
Nigerian Army University
Biu
01.2019 - Current
- Developed curricula, lessons and test plans to maximize student success.
- Deepened student understanding of principles of engineering by utilizing group activities and special projects.
- Coached over 200 students completing research projects, tutored in difficult topics and offered assistance with career and educational choices.
- Educated students on advanced aspects Microwave and RF engineering to help each prepare for career in discipline.
- Coached students completing research projects, tutored in difficult topics and offered assistance with career and educational choices
- Educated students on advanced aspects of Digital engineering to help each prepare for career in discipline
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics in Microwave engineering
- Built and used diverse techniques to assist students with grasp materials and understanding concepts
- Wrote grant proposals to procure external research funding
- Used Matlab, HFSS and ADS on regular basis and taught students how to use each to complete important career-related tasks
- Deepened student understanding of principles of engineering by utilizing group activities and special projects
Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Jos
Jos , Plateau State
03.2016 - 01.2019
- Developed curricula, lessons and test plans to maximize student success.
- Deepened student understanding of principles of engineering by utilizing group activities and special projects.
- Coached over 200 students completing research projects, tutored in difficult topics and offered assistance with career and educational choices.
- Educated students on advanced aspects Microwave and RF engineering to help each prepare for career in discipline.
- Coached students completing research projects, tutored in difficult topics and offered assistance with career and educational choices
- Educated students on advanced aspects of Digital engineering to help each prepare for career in discipline
- Prepared and delivered lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics in Microwave engineering
Field Support Engineer
Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN) Nigeria
Jos, Regional Office
10.2010 - 02.2013
- Leading team of 20 Engineers on site mobile base station maintenance and trouble shooting
- Walked clients and internal staff through troubleshooting steps to resolve common software issues.
- Managed maintenance RF data records and tracked operating information for onsite reference.
- Tested RF front-end subsystems equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing of equipment to customer.
- Recommended design changes, upgrades and replacements to improve systems performance.
- Walked clients and internal staff through troubleshooting steps to resolve common software issues
- Tested equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing of equipment to customer
- Managed maintenance data records and tracked operating information for onsite reference
- Disassembled and reassembled complex machinery to repair or replace worn or malfunctioning components
- Performed onsite installation, modification and maintenance of systems and equipment
- Investigated and troubleshot product service issues weekly
- Upgraded and modified products and handled special assignments such as base station components
- Facilitated communication between office personnel, subcontractors and customers
- Applied systems analysis techniques to assess and resolve complex issues for clients and end users
- Scheduled service calls according to customer location and urgency of need
- Checked safety practices and integrity of PPE
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems
- Managed administrative tasks such as maintaining customer service logs and internal service records
- Inspected equipment and processes to reduce maintenance-related downtime incidents and mitigate equipment failures
- Recommended design changes, upgrades and replacements to improve systems performance
- Examined faulty equipment, interpreted reports and analyzed customer complaints to diagnose equipment malfunction
- Tested equipment performance and demonstrated operation and servicing best practices
- Trained personnel to align objectives, strengthen competencies and standardize operations
- Repaired and calibrated systems and equipment post-installation
- Updated and maintained assigned machines per manufacturer specifications
- Monitored work performance and quality to maintain standards
- Coordinated repairs and maintenance actions for equipment
- Upgraded and modified products and handled special assignments such as quality assurance assignments
- Upgraded and modified products and handled special assignments such as Equipment's trouble shooting
Engineer
Nigerian Television Authority
Abuja,Nigeria
01.2019 - 01.2010
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep tools and equipment functional.
- Coordinated sampling and analysis tasks to verify quality of finished products.
- Coordinated sampling and analysis tasks to verify quality of finished products
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters
- Wrote, reviewed and edited technical document in accordance with template requirements
- Captured technical schematics for use in project planning and execution
- Participated in formal internal design reviews of proposed products and components
- Conducted feasibility studies for proposed projects using potential ROI and risk management
- Trained and mentored competent and flexible workforce to meet project needs and promote positive work environment
- Tested and analyzed equipment design and performance feasibility to determine potential ROI
- Developed planning criteria for integrating and enabling new technologies
- Routed and integrated technical and electrical components for projects
- Prepared action plans for problematic processes and assets
- Provided input to team lead regarding areas for process and procedural improvement
- Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities
Education
Ph.D. - RF And Microwave Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Petronas
Sri Iskandar, Perak, Malaysia 07.2019 - 12.2022
Master of Science - Electronic Communication And Computer Engineering
University of Nottingham
United Kingdom 09.2014 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
University of Maiduguri
Maiduguri, Nigeria 09.2002 - 09.2017
Skills
ANSYS High Frequency Simulation Software (HFSS)
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Research Assistant
Universiti Teknologi Petronas
07.2019 - Current
Ph.D. - RF And Microwave Engineering
Universiti Teknologi Petronas
07.2019 - 12.2022
Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lecturer
Nigerian Army University
01.2019 - Current
Engineer
Nigerian Television Authority
01.2019 - 01.2010
Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
University of Jos
03.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Electronic Communication And Computer Engineering
University of Nottingham
09.2014 - 11.2015
Field Support Engineer
Mobile Telecommunication Network (MTN) Nigeria
10.2010 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
University of Maiduguri
09.2002 - 09.2017
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