Daniel Ekunsumi, P.Eng., PMP

Experience

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  University of Manitoba's Chapter of the Society of Automotive Engineers

  Sept 2015 - Apr 2016

  Wire Harness Redesign Technician

  • Led a project to optimize and improve the serviceability of the Accumulator Management System (AMS) Wire Harness by developing an easily manufactured and installed solution• Improved the debugging capabilities of the AMS Wire Harness (labels, strain relief, etc.)• Created survey to obtain feedback on how to optimize the implementation of the AMS to exceed competition requirements and meet required standards

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  Hydro One

  May 2016 - Apr 2017

  Electrical and Instrumentation Engineering Intern

  • Managed the acquisition of new telecommunication entrance cables and the ordering of leased circuit facilities using SAP, ensuring accuracy and timely completion• Supported project teams by providing input on the design and construction of transformer and distribution stations/substations across Ontario, Canada• Created and marked up electrical and telecom design drawings for SCADA and SONET system design and study purposes at various transformer stations across Ontario, Canada• Completed fiber-optic cable and metallic cable designs as well as Ground Potential Rise (GPR) Studies in various transformer stations• Worked collaboratively with Senior engineers, technicians and technical specialists to collect electrical field data, analyze the data, and subsequently draft technical reports documenting findings Show less

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  AltaLink

  May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Electrical Engineering Summer Intern

  • Developed new and updated existing telecom standards, operational procedures and engineering drawings for telecommunications equipment within the AltaLink network• Supported IP address assignments, firewall administration, equipment selection and field deployment projects• Assisted Senior Project Engineers with network expansion and creation of network maps• Supported internal and external stakeholders including manager, corporate IT, equipment vendors and control center staff on operational optimization initiatives• Led the troubleshooting of network connectivity and access issues to reduce downtime• Developed equipment operational setting sheets, technical guidelines, and facility acceptance documentation Show less

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  Kiewit

  May 2019 - Aug 2020

  Electrical Field Engineer, E.I.T

  • Served as a Contractor Electrical site representative on the Inter Pipeline – Integrated Propane Dehydrogenation (PDH) and Polypropylene (PP) Plant (Heartland Petrochemical Complex) responsible for leading crews of 10 – 15 team members, consisting of Foremen, Electricians and Welders on the construction of several Electrical Houses ensuring compliance with the CEC C22.1-18 code• Managed project activities including identification of scope of work boundaries, cost estimation, and schedule planning using Project Management tools including MS Project, Power BI, InEight and Primavera P6, to optimize efficiency and productivity• Assisted Superintendents with creating Detailed Execution Plans (DEP), construction work packages (CWP) and Field Installation Work Packages (FIWP)• Interpreted electrical and control systems drawings to crafts on site and supported electrical field activities by redlining and marking up electrical drawings. Drafted Request for Information (RFI) with proposed solutions for field related concerns and routinely interfaced with the Owner’s technical representatives in solving construction and systems completion issues• Assisted Quality Assurance/Control Inspectors with conducting site inspections and turnover walkthroughs, and subsequently prepared system turnover documentation, Inspection Test Plans (ITP’s), Non-compliance Reports (NCR), and Compliance Reports as per engineering and design specifications Show less

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  BOREA CONSTRUCTION

  Sept 2020 - Nov 2021

  Substation Field Engineer, E.I.T

  Blue Hill Wind Energy Project Substation• Served as the Prime Contractor on site for the Blue Hill Wind Energy Project Substation owned by Algonquin Power and connecting to the SaskPower Grid• Created contracts required for the execution and control of the work for electrical subcontractors, suppliers and consultants• Assisted the Project Manager/Engineer, Electrical Coordinator and Superintendent in the coordination of electrical activities• Validated and tracked the progress of the substation work• Created daily, weekly and monthly reports of the job progress on Microsoft Excel• Interpreted Electrical, Civil, SCADA and Control Systems drawings to subcontractors• Proposed solutions for drafted RFIs and NCRs by the subcontractor• Developed and implemented the quality control and assurance program as well as Inspection Test Plans for both the Substation and Collector System• Tracked purchases and invoices of materials required to complete the project• Assisted in the testing and commissioning of the Substation and the energization procedures required to connect to the SaskPower Grid• Assisted in the energization of each Collector System and Wind Turbine Generator• Implemented the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) System for the Substation and the Collector System Show less

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  MasTec Canada

  Nov 2021 - Oct 2022

  Substation Engineer, E.I.T

  Cypress Wind Power Project Substation• Serving as the Prime Contractor for the Cypress Wind Energy Project Substation owned by EDF Renewables and connecting to the AltaLink Grid• Developing Electrical, SCADA and Control Systems, Structural and Civil design drawings with the EOR and owner• Formulating the energization plan and procedures for synchronization and energization of the substation and collector feeders as per the AESO Section 502.1 Aggregated Generating Facilities Technical Requirements• Serving as the Assistant Energization Director in implementing AltaLink’s Switching Order for the Energization of the Cypress Wind Power Project Substation• Creating the Electrical LOTO procedures for the substation and enforcing those procedures on site• Requesting Customer Assurance Work Permits for synchronization and energization of the substation to the AltaLink Grid• Creating subcontracts required for the execution and control of the work for electrical subcontractors, suppliers and consultants• Developing and implementing risk assessment studies to help meet project milestones• Engaging with different vendors, the EOR and subcontractors to aid in equipment selection and maximize production• Optimizing the Collection System Feeder design to maximize generation capacity and reduce system losses Show less

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  AltaLink

  Oct 2022 - now

  - Specification, design, configuration, manufacture, installation and commissioning the following substation systems: Station Design and Philosophy, Connectors, Insulators, Buswork Design, Fencing, Indication metering, Station Auxiliaries, AC, DC Station Service, Batteries and Charger, Backup Generator, Grounding/Gravel Design and Testing, Lightning Protection, Insulation Coordination, Foundation Design, Structural Design, Control Buildings, Cables and Raceways, Contamination Control/Monitoring, Wildlife mitigation, and Audible Noise.- Working with internal and external parties including equipment suppliers, manufacturers, service providers and professional bodies- Providing support in the analysis and resolution of system disturbance and equipment performance.- Investigating and resolving systemic substation equipment defects and deficiencies.- Coordinating with equipment suppliers and manufacturers for practical technical solutions.- Liaising between Industrial customers and AltaLink on technical queries.- Providing technical support, direction, and training to substation field personnel.- Integrating proven technologies with AltaLink’s existing maintenance program to improve reliability of the transmission system. Show less Projects:P2513 Shell Scotford Substation Reliability ProjectP2461 Aira Solar Project Connection - 450MWP1987 Rainier MPC Solar Project Connection - 450MWP2467 Pteragen Peace Butte Wind Project Connection - 120MWP2447 Greengate Luna MPC Solar Battery Project Connection - 465.7MWP2506 Greengate Luna 2 MPC Solar Battery Project Connection - 465.8MWP2600 Spruce Grove North Solar - 220MWP2314/P2315 FortisAlberta Joffre 535S DER Solar (BTF) - 25MW & 22MW respectively.P2530 Fortis Nilrem 574S DER Battery - 24.1MWP2259 FortisAlberta Metiskow 648S DER Solar - 22.5MWP2434 FortisAlberta Blackmud 155S DER Solar - 24MWP2435 FortisAlberta Leduc 325S DER Solar - 58MWP2436 FortisAlberta Devon 14S DER Solar - 14.392MWP2457 FortisAlberta Moon Lake 131S DER Solar - 18.4MWP2462 FortisAlberta Stony Plain 434S DER Solar - 18.4MWP2471 Fortis Bufford 538S DER Solar - 18.4MWP2536 Fortis Ponoka 331S DER Solar Battery - 23.2MWP2537 Fortis Duchess 339S DER Solar Battery - 19.8MWP2620 (renamed P2786) Hays 421S DER Solar - 24MWP2621 (renamed P2786) Hays 421S DER Solar - 21MWP2627 Sundre 575S DER Solar - 14.6MW- Developed customer and system projects consisting of transmission lines, telecommunication, SCADA, P&C and substation equipment- Aided in the preliminary scoping of projects as well as in the analysis of their system impacts- Designed capital replacement projects- Identified and developed solutions to power systems operational issues and EMS/SCADA issues to ensure the safe, efficient and reliable real-time operation of AltaLink’s transmission system Show less

  • Substation Engineer, Engineering Standards & Support, PQEE

    Feb 2024 - now

  • Project Engineer, Project Development

    Oct 2022 - Feb 2024