Vincent Kgapyane Lekgoro
Polokwane
Summary
Electrical Engineer with 5 years of experience in planning, designing, and managing engineering projects within fast-paced and safety-critical environments. Brings strong skills in project coordination, electrical design, technical problem solving, and stakeholder communication, with a proven ability to deliver projects that meet technical, quality, and compliance requirements. Well organized, adaptable, and committed to high standards, continuous improvement, and efficient project delivery.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electrical Engineer
Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure
Polokwane
04.2021 - Current
- Planned, performed basic and detailed designs, and executed electrical engineering projects for commercial and residential buildings, healthcare centres, and schools.
- Designed, supervised, and commissioned photovoltaic (PV) solar systems.
- Led Electrical Engineering projects from concept to close-out.
- Oversaw project construction to assure adherence to design and quality standards, and completion within time and budget.
- Delivered high-quality electrical systems for various facilities through effective project coordination and stakeholder communication. Ensured compliance with technical standards and regulations, while advocating for innovative solutions to enhance energy efficiency.
- Provided detailed electrical system documentation such as technical drawings, specifications, and bill of quantities (BOQ/BOM) for installation.
- Provided technical advice on most efficient electrical engineering materials, products and processes.
- Investigated electrical failures, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Interpreted specifications, drawings, standards and regulations relating to electric power equipment and use to guide design work.
- Reviewed blueprints of commercial buildings to determine size of electrical service and transformers.
- Adhered to strict safety rules and regulations during installation of lights, power plugs and smoke detectors in large buildings.
- Presented technical findings and project updates to stakeholders, effectively communicating complex information.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Honours (BEng Hons) - Electrical Engineering
University of Pretoria
Hatfield, GP01-2026
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Electrical Engineering
University of Pretoria
Hatfield, GP01.2020
National Senior Certificate (Matric) - Science stream
Modipa Secondary School
Limpopo01.2014
Skills
- Communication
- Project Management
- Computer Skills
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- AutoCAD electrical
- Renewable energy
- ZWCAD
- Etap
- Dialux
- MATLAB
- Renewable energy systems
- Electrical testing and troubleshooting
References
- Mr. Ntshani Mikhuva, Chief Electrical Engineer (Pr. Eng.), Supervisor, LDPWRI, 082 959 8141, mikhuva1@gmail.com
- Mr. Sigebe Fathuwani, Engineering Technician (Pr. Eng. Techni.), Colleague, LDPWRI, 067 410 3095, cigebe@gmail.com
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Northern Sotho
Proficient
C2
Certification
- Construction Contracts and Contract Law certificate
- Microgrid Applications and Integrated Solutions - BESS certificate of attendance
- 28th Construction Industry Conversations (CIC) - certificate of attendance
Hobbies and interests
- Strategic Games (Chess or FIFA)
- Reading technical articles
- Networking
- DIY Projects (Woodworking)
Timeline
Electrical Engineer
Limpopo Department of Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure
04.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Engineering Honours (BEng Hons) - Electrical Engineering
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) - Electrical Engineering
University of Pretoria
National Senior Certificate (Matric) - Science stream
Modipa Secondary School