Sheriff Afolabi Opeyemi, CEM

Senior Technical Officer @ SIMA Funds | CEM, Energy Expert

Lagos State, Nigeria

About

I help agriculture, commercial, and industrial clients achieve energy independence through solar and storage solutions. With 9 years in the renewable energy industry, I combine technical expertise with financial insight to make clean energy accessible, sustainable, and affordable. Holding certifications as a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and Energy Transformation Expert, I am dedicated to advancing renewable energy adoption and efficiency. My professional journey reflects a commitment to empowering organisations with innovative solutions that address energy challenges and drive the transition toward a sustainable future.

Experience

  • Senior Technical Officer at Social Investment Managers & Advisors (SIMA Funds)
    Nov 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Starsight Energy (Full-time · 6 yrs 11 mos)
    • Energy Systems Engineer
      Jul 2022 - May 2024 · 1 yr 11 mos

      1. From the project brief, understands the customer objectives and define the strategy to win the deal. 2. When necessary, conduct site survey, energy audits and analyze the customer needs. 3. Responsible for preparing technical solution BOQ and design using Pvsyst, Homer Pro, Helioscope etc. 4. Manages the preparation of bids, proposal technical content, conformance to Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements, customer liaison through sales and vendor coordination. 5. Perform the costing in coordination with the supply chain and logistics manager, marketing, finance, and other internal key stakeholders. 6. Produce a comprehensive technical offer. 7. Participate/contribute technically with sales to the negotiations to close the deal 8. Draft and revise plans for photovoltaic solar systems for SME and C&I scale systems utilizing AutoCAD or PCSCHEMATICS Schematic. 9. Document and apply building and electrical code requirements across local jurisdictions. 10. Create solar layout mock-ups and drawings as requested. 11. Communicate with sales consultants, site inspectors, and project managers to develop the right system for each client.

    • Energy Auditor
      Jun 2020 - Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    • Facilities Supervisor
      Mar 2018 - May 2020 · 2 yrs 3 mos

      1. Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations. 2. Troubleshoot technical issues for my team, and provide technical assistance for other staff as necessary. 3. Support the design process and permit submittal 4. Organize and manage all operations data and archive. 5. Coordinate the work of subcontractors on and offsite. 6. Document completion of completed installations etc.

  • Trainee at Onelogic Technology Limited
    May 2013 - Oct 2013 · 6 mos

    . Production of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) . Soldering of Electronics Components on boards . Making of Simple Electronics Devices such as amplifiers, detectors etc - Power Systems Repair