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Extracurricular Activities
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Humberto Riveiro Gonzalez

Sydney,NSW

Summary

With a distinction average in my Master of Electrical Engineering from UNSW, I am transitioning from electronic engineering to power system engineering. Focused on energy systems, I bring site-based experience in the power generation industry as an electronic engineer and a strong motivation to contribute to Australia's shift to net zero emissions by 2050.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Lab demonstrator

University of New South Wales (UNSW)
02.2024 - 04.2024
  • Conducting and supervising laboratory sessions for the Power Electronics course, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and experimental procedures
  • Providing technical assistance and troubleshooting support to students during experiments, demonstrating expertise in [relevant field of Power Electronics.

Examination Supervisor

University of New South Wales (UNSW)
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Set up and monitor exam sessions following the established procedures
  • Align with and actively demonstrate the UNSW values.

SCADA and commissioning engineer

Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Solved more than 350 services/cases in two years
  • Achieved a high rating on the annual performance evaluation for four consecutive years
  • Configured and maintained ABB WS-500 SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system of the dam including industrial IT infrastructures such as Cisco switches and Windows servers
  • Commissioned control systems equipment including gateways, RTUs, and IEDs connected to the SCADA using IEC 60870-5-101/104
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.

Electronic Maintenance Engineer

Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Executed the maintenance of electrical/electronic boards at component level
  • Built relationships with suppliers and manufacturers
  • Designed and 3D-printed customized spares using SLS printing technology.

Teaching Assistant

Universidad Nacional de Asunción
03.2017 - 12.2017
  • Prepared laboratory experiments for Robotics Fundamental course
  • Supervised students during lab experiments
  • Guided students during their final year project for Mechatronics Projects course.

PCB Designer and Micro-controller Programmer

ASF Computer Products
03.2012 - 12.2014
  • Programmed PIC micro-controllers using C language.
  • Documented all aspects of the design process including schematic capture, PCB layout, simulation results, Gerber files, and BOMs.
  • Created component libraries using Altium Designer.
  • Designed and verified enclosure dimensions for PCB using SolidWorks.

Education

Master of Electrical Engineering -

University of New South Wales (UNSW)
05.2024

Diploma in Public Policy -

Universidad Comunera - Paraguay
12.2021

Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Emphasis on Mechatronics -

National University of Asunción - Polytechnic Faculty
09.2016

Skills

  • Grid integration of renewable sources using PSCAD
  • Power flow analysis with PowerWorld
  • Real-time Digital Simulations of power systems using RSCAD FX for RTDS hardware
  • Programming with Python, C language and MATLAB
  • Understanding of Frequency Control Ancillary Services and various Battery technologies, including flow battery technologies
  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design with Altium Designer
  • 2D and 3D design review using AutoCAD or Solidworks
  • Ability to cultivate strong professional relationships through effective communication with peers and clients

Accomplishments

BECAL Scholarships - The fully-funded scholarship program is financed by the Fund for Excellence in Education and Research (FEEI) of the Paraguayan Government and by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). This scholarship allowed me to pursue my studies at UNSW. (2021)

Extracurricular Activities

Volunteer Mentor

University of New South Wales (UNSW)

10/2023 - 12/2023

  • Assisting and improving the learning experience of first-year students undertaking Electrical Engineering.

Volunteer Firefighter and Member of the High Rescue Team

Cuerpo de Bomberos Voluntarios de Asunción

12/2010 -  04/2016

  • Performed advanced firefighting work in preventing, combating, and extinguishing fires, and responding to emergency calls.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Professional

References

  • Damian Martinez, Maintenance Supervisor, Itaipu Dam
  • Inmaculada Tomeo-Reyes, Casual Staff Coordinator, UNSW

Timeline

Lab demonstrator

University of New South Wales (UNSW)
02.2024 - 04.2024

Examination Supervisor

University of New South Wales (UNSW)
10.2023 - 12.2023

SCADA and commissioning engineer

Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam
01.2020 - 05.2022

Electronic Maintenance Engineer

Itaipu Hydroelectric Dam
01.2018 - 12.2019

Teaching Assistant

Universidad Nacional de Asunción
03.2017 - 12.2017

PCB Designer and Micro-controller Programmer

ASF Computer Products
03.2012 - 12.2014

Master of Electrical Engineering -

University of New South Wales (UNSW)

Diploma in Public Policy -

Universidad Comunera - Paraguay

Bachelor of Electronic Engineering with Emphasis on Mechatronics -

National University of Asunción - Polytechnic Faculty
Humberto Riveiro Gonzalez