Based in Sheffield, United Kingdom

Optimizing Advanced Manufacturing Systems & Industrial Automation

I am a results-driven Maintenance Engineer and Systems Architect optimizing high-speed industrial automation, thermodynamic simulations, and sustainable manufacturing frameworks.

My expertise lies in maximizing asset uptime through predictive maintenance, rapid electro-mechanical troubleshooting, and Lean operational strategies (RCA, SMED, Kaizen) under strict compliance standards.

Backed by peer-reviewed research, I actively develop data-driven solutions for renewable energy systems and thermal Multi-Stage Flash (MSF) desalination optimization.

Ifetobi Emmanuel Esan

Skills & Expertise

Electro-Mechanical Systems Design Advanced Troubleshooting Time Management Operations Analysis Asset Upkeep Spatial Data Analysis Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Diagnostic Modeling Regulatory Compliance Computerized Maintenance Industrial Automation Lean Manufacturing Infrastructure Technical Product Development

Core Competencies & Engineering Frameworks

I operate at the convergence of automated industrial machinery, intelligent data systems, and advanced thermodynamic simulation. My approach to engineering marries physical asset optimization with robust, cloud-ready software frameworks to drive sustainable, high-yield operational ecosystems.

Industrial Automation & Control

Deployment and lifecycle management of heavy automated asset architectures across high-throughput production plant systems.

  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
  • Electro-Mechanical Diagnostic Systems
  • CMMS & SAP ERP Asset Tracking
  • Water Purification & RO Plant Supervision

Lean Operations & Optimization

Application of empirical continuous improvement models designed to eliminate operational waste and protect raw material yields.

  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt Optimization
  • Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED)
  • Fishbone / Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Kaizen Execution & Muda Asset Audits

Thermal Systems & Simulation

Mathematical modeling and thermo-dynamic development of utility-scale renewable energy and desalination infrastructures.

  • EBSILON® Professional Plant Simulation
  • Solar-Thermal Desalination Modeling
  • AI & Robotics Wind/Solar Integration
  • E-Waste Resource Recovery Engineering

Professional Memberships

My recognized credentials as an accredited member within highly respected national and international engineering and scientific societies.

NSE

Nigerian Society of Engineers

Graduate Member (No. G70347)

Admitted following rigorous verification of my academic foundation in electrical and electronics engineering disciplines.

Conferred: 12 Sep 2022
NIPES

National Institute of Professional Engineers & Scientists

Corporate Member (AC01-000772)

Elected as a Corporate Member, recognizing my cross-disciplinary expertise in mechanical system layouts and industrial manufacturing processes.

Conferred: 06 March 2025
ISIE

Institute of STEM Innovation & Excellence

Professional Member

Admitted for my work in combining data frameworks and engineering models to optimize complex machinery environments.

Conferred: 29 March 2025
IAENG

International Association of Engineers

Professional Member (No. 512070)

Connected to an international network of researchers, facilitating collaboration across cross-border industrial development channels.

Conferred: 25 March 2025

Experience

July 2024 – Present

Shift Engineer

Euro Pool System | Doncaster, UK

I lead shift operations and technical troubleshooting, conducting rigorous machinery inspections and executing rapid electro-mechanical repairs under pressure to minimize downtime and maintain peak plant efficiency.

By analyzing real-time performance data and logging operational trends, I drive long-term asset reliability, manage critical spare parts inventories, and provide structured technical training to floor operators.

I coordinate cross-departmental maintenance windows and strictly enforce safety protocols, ensuring absolute regulatory compliance and a secure, zero-accident working environment.

Dec 2021 – Jan 2024

Process Engineer

Nigerian Bottling Company Plc (Coca-Cola Group) | Ibadan, Nigeria

SMED Execution: I reduced packaging changeover delays by 14% on Returnable Glass Bottle (RGB) systems by applying targeted single-minute exchange patterns.

Conveyor Downtime Minimization: I applied 5-S, Kaizen, and Fishbone frameworks to address line bottlenecks, successfully lowering conveyor downtime from 0.82% to 0.53%.

Syrup Yield Optimization: I led Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations on processing units, cutting raw material losses and increasing localized syrup yields by 17%.

Dec 2015 – Dec 2020

Technical Operator / Maintenance Technician

Nigerian Bottling Company Plc (Coca-Cola Group) | Ibadan, Nigeria

Asset Availability & Preventive Care: Executed planned, preventive, and corrective maintenance frameworks on automated machinery, systematically maximizing equipment uptime and operational availability through iterative continuous improvement sprints.

Advanced Troubleshooting & RCA: Diagnosed and repaired complex electrical and automation telemetry faults using advanced industrial problem-solving methodologies, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), 5-Whys analysis, and Kaizen frameworks.

HSE Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Maintained an unblemished workplace safety record, achieving zero Lost Time Accidents (LTA) across my entire five-year tenure by strictly implementing personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols and high-risk electrical isolation standards.

Awards & Professional Honors

A record of leadership, technical excellence, and contributions recognized by academic bodies, state executives, and industrial leadership.

Nigeria Academic Excellence Awards (NAEA) 2024

Excellence in Academic Research & Renewable Energy Sustainability Professional of the Year

Recognition of my visionary guidance, exceptional technical capability, and inspirational leadership contributions. This honor celebrates my structural dedication to elevating engineering frameworks, advancing clean energy solutions, and systematically improving human capital resources across the local ecosystem.

Industry Executives & Corporate Sponsors
Human Capital Dev. 2022

Outstanding Personality Award of Excellence

FILOGSU Executive Council

Recognized for visionary guidance, exceptional technical capability, inspirational leadership contributions, and dedication to improving human capital resources across the local ecosystem.

Regional Impact Registry

Selected Leadership Honors

Ekiti Youth Outstanding Personality Award in Engineering 2021

Conferred by the Executive Governor, H.E. Dr. Kayode Fayemi, for outstanding contributions to regional technical advancement.

Osun State University "Best Class Governor" Award 2021

Awarded by the Student Union for leadership, peer mentorship, and academic governance across all university departments.

NBC Long Service Award 2020

Awarded by the Managing Director of the Nigerian Bottling Company in recognition of five years of dedicated engineering service.

Technical Credentials

Six Sigma Yellow Belt Professional Certificate
6sigmastudy / VMEdu Inc. — Feb 2024
Level 5 IVQ Advanced Technician Diploma
City & Guilds of London Institute — 2015 - 2016 (Electrical/Electronic Engineering)
Electro-Mechanical Business Leadership Program
NBC Technical Training Centre — 2-Year Intensive Program, Graduate Class 2015

Industrial Projects & Academic Literature

Continuous Improvement

Conveyor Systems Downtime Reduction Project

I designed and led a major engineering continuous improvement project to eliminate conveyor line blocks caused by compromised pallet feeds. By standardizing inspection tools and workflows, my team reduced system downtime from 0.82% to 0.53%.

Pareto Analytics 5-S Framework Kaizen Loops
MSc Dissertation | Defense Score 73%

Simulation-Based Solar-Powered Desalination

I built parametric configurations to assess multi-effect thermodynamic distillation systems driven by clean solar fields. This research outlines structural designs to optimize multi-stage flash extraction profiles.

Ebsilon Software Thermodynamics Sustainability
B.Eng Hardware Thesis

Microcontroller-Based Height Measurement Device

I developed an embedded system that measures heights without physical contact by analyzing ultrasonic reflection metrics. The system achieves a verified laboratory accuracy threshold of ±0.01m.

C/C++ Programming Arduino Computing Control Hardware

Education

2023 – 2024

Master of Science in Advanced Engineering and Management

Sheffield Hallam University, South Yorkshire, England Grade: Merit
2017 – 2021

Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria Grade: Second Class Honours (Lower Division)
2010 – 2012

National Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, Nigeria Grade: Upper Credit

Research Publications

An index of my peer-reviewed journal contributions, conference proceedings, and collaborative research frameworks mapping advancements in industrial automation, thermodynamic simulation, and sustainable engineering.

International Journal of Artificial Intelligence in Engineering (IJAIE)

Mar 11, 2025

Integration of Robotics and AI in Renewable Energy Systems: Enhancing Efficiency and Sustainability in Wind and Solar Power Maintenance

Robotics combined with artificial intelligence (AI) transforms renewable energy systems by enhancing wind and solar power maintenance efficiency and sustainability. These energy sources require traditional maintenance approaches that demand intense labor efforts while incurring high costs and presenting numerous safety hazards.

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International Journal of Electrical Engineering and Technology (IJEET)

Mar 10, 2025

Innovative Strategies for Reducing Multi-Stage Flash Energy Consumption in Water Desalination: Advancements in Seawater Treatment, Freshwater Production, and Public Health Protection Against Water Contamination and Diseases

The Multi-Stage Flash (MSF) desalination technique continues to be a prevalent freshwater production method especially in desert areas. Its energy demands create major economic and environmental obstacles.

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International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation

Mar 9, 2025

A Comparative Study of Emerging Innovations in Resource Recovery in the U.S.

Electronic waste (e-waste) presents a huge environmental and economic concern in the United States, given the rapid technology improvements and high consumption rates. This study undertakes a comparative examination of new advances in e-waste recycling technology inside the U.S., focusing on advancements in resource recovery.

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Proceedings of the 3rd Engineering Conference / Ekiti State University

Mar 10, 2025

Development of Microcontroller Based Ultrasonic Non-Contact Meter Rule for Height Measurement

This paper presents the design and development of a microcontroller-based ultrasonic non-contact device for accurate human height measurement. The system uses HC-SR04 ultrasonic sensors, an Arduino Nano microcontroller, and an LCD display to automatically determine height by calculating the difference between a fixed reference distance and the measured ultrasonic echo time.

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World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews

Dec 2, 2021

Enhancing Environmental Sustainability Through Advanced Data Acquisition and Remote Sensing Application for Coastal Monitoring

Advances in coastline monitoring techniques have transformed our understanding of coastal dynamics and morphological changes. This review examines the evolution and effectiveness of various data acquisition methods, from traditional ground surveys to modern remote sensing technologies.

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International Journal of Civil Engineering and Technology (IJCIET)

Aug 6, 2020

Fundamentals of Coastline Dynamics: Formation, Environmental Impacts and Management Strategies

Studies examining coastline dynamics reveal complex interactions between natural processes and anthropogenic modifications in coastal morphodynamics. Recent literature highlights the fundamental processes of coastline formation and evolution, emphasizing the interplay between wave action, sediment transport, and human interventions.

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