Keziah Furnell
Townsville,QLD
Summary
Dynamic Electrical Engineer with proven expertise at Energy Queensland in power system analysis and project management. Delivering technical solutions and enhancing system reliability. Skilled in data analysis and fostering team collaboration by mentoring future engineers.
Known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Committed to delivering quality projects on time with focus on safety and sustainability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Electrical Engineer
Energy Queensland
01.2023 - Current
- Completing solar assessments, LV customer connections, HV customer connections, large scale augmentation projects, BESS studies and protection reviews
- This includes PowerFactory modeling, report writing, data analysis, and SME engagement meetings.
- Analyse current network performance to identify constraints and hazards.
- Calculated costs of equipment purchases and operations, and assisted with department budget planning to create estimates for large-scale projects of up to $1M.
- Analyzed customer connection needs and provided technical solutions to meet those requirements.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance system reliability and longevity.
- Trained and guided new employees according to company standards and procedures.
Founder
STEM Sisterhood
Mount Louisa QLD 4814, AU
12.2021 - Current
- Secured initial funding through pitching to angel investors and venture capitalists, raising significant capital.
- Developed and implemented strategic business plans to guide the startup from conception to operational success.
- Oversaw all aspects of operations including product development, marketing, sales, customer service and finance.
- Developed and delivered workshops to girls in Year 2 - Year 8 across regional North Queensland to foster STEM interests.
Coach
Ninja Parc Townsville
Townsville , QLD
08.2021 - Current
- Casual employment at Ninja Parc Townsville involves assisting in teaching children ninja warrior skills.
- Internationally qualified coach, including child safeguarding courses.
- Nationally qualified referee, Queensland team captain (2023–2025), and Australian athlete representative (2024).
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while supervising practices or competitions.
- Created culture of good sportsmanship, cooperation and responsibility among athletes and coaching staff.
- Collaborated with athletic directors, parents, and other coaches to support athlete development.
- Organized and implemented training sessions, drills and exercises to improve technique, agility and strength.
- Ensured compliance with all league and association rules and regulations.
Ambassador
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD
01.2021 - Current
- Roles include taking prospective students on tours of the university, speaking at school visits, running stalls at community events, and assisting in the running of activities at the university.
- Prepared or delivered speeches to further public relations objectives.
- Represented the Ambassador in a professional manner at all times.
- Maintained professionality and efficiency while working closely with leadership.
- Attended various forums, seminars, workshops, and official functions.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
University Tutor
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD
01.2021 - Current
- Tutoring a first-year engineering subject (EG1002 – Computing and Sensors).
- This involves assisting students in tutorials, as well as grading assessments.
- Provided guidance, mentorship and fostered connections with first-year engineering students.
Volunteer
Townsville Council
Townsville, QLD
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Working with JCU and the Townsville City Council to construct sensor platforms to be deployed in Ross Creek to monitor the creek's health and the effects of the Townsville stadium’s construction on the nearby ecosystem.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Assisted in training and educating new volunteers and high school students.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on electrical components such as sensors, switches.
- Analyzed data from sensors to detect any potential issues with the system's operation.
- Designed and constructed environmental monitoring sensor systems.
Education
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/ Bachelor of Information Technology - Electrical Engineering
James Cook University
Townsville, QLD12-2025
High School -
Townsville State High School
Townsville, QLD01.2020
Skills
- Power system analysis
- Data analysis
- Technical writing
- Project management
- Public speaking
- Digital systems
- Problem solving
- Team building
- Embedded systems development
- Compliance documentation
- Cost estimation
- MATLAB proficiency
- Network analysis
Accomplishments
- Winner Westpac Youth Impact Challenge Young Adult category 2022.
- Runner up in the Samsung Australia Solve for Tomorrow competition (19–24-year division) for our work in diversity, equity, inclusion and education 2024.
- JCU Rising Star Scholarship Recipient (2020-2023)
- Don Close Prize in Software Engineering (2023)
- Energy Queensland Future of Energy Engineering Scholarship (2023-2025
- Senior School Citizenship- 2019, 2020
- GHD STEM Award- 2018, 2019
- Sisters in STEM Contribution Award- 2018
- Lions Youth of the Year – 2019, 2020
- Community service award – 2018, 2019, 2020
- Caltex Best All Rounder – 2020
- Biology, Chemistry, English, Digital Solutions subject award -2020
- Senior Girls in STEM award – 2020
- Year 12 JCU shield award - 2020
- 2020 Student of the year (Year 12 Dux)
- Australian Defence Force 2020 Future Innovators Award
Affiliations
- Silver Medalist Australian Ninja Challenge League 2022,2023
- Silver Medalist UNAA Championships 2022, 2023
- Australian Representative 2024 UNAA World Championships in Los Angeles
- Australian Ninja Warrior Contestant 2021
References
Jason Hockings, BEng(Hons) MIEAust CPEng RPEQ
Principal Engineer Distribution Planning
jason.hockings@energyq.com.au 0419122693
Dr. Mostafa Rahimi Azghadi SMIEE, PhD, Meng, Beng
Senior Lecturer, Electronics and Computer Engineering
mostafa.rahimiazghadi@jcu.edu.au 0425544223
Sarah Chapman, Founder STEM Changemakers, Co-Chair Women in STEMM Australia
schap69@eq.edu.au 0413136220
Timeline
Undergraduate Electrical Engineer
Energy Queensland
01.2023 - Current
Founder
STEM Sisterhood
12.2021 - Current
Coach
Ninja Parc Townsville
08.2021 - Current
Ambassador
James Cook University
01.2021 - Current
University Tutor
James Cook University
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Townsville Council
01.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelors of Engineering (Honours)/ Bachelor of Information Technology - Electrical Engineering
James Cook University
High School -
Townsville State High School
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