Bridging the Talent Gap: Clifford Ondieki’s Journey from Future Engineer to Industry Innovator
This success-story session showcases how Clifford Ondieki, IEEE award-winning electrical engineer and Future Engineers Programme participant, navigated the path from academia to industry readiness. Highlighting his work in AI-driven grid optimisation, Clifford illustrates how emerging talent can meet urgent industry needs across transformers, motors, generators, and T&D. The session underscores the critical role of CWIEME’s Future Engineers Programme in connecting skilled young engineers with a rapidly evolving sector.
- How Clifford’s academic and international journey shaped his expertise in power systems and AI.
- Insights into his award-winning work applying Python and NSGA-II to optimise modern power grids.
- The reality of the engineering talent gap, and why industry student connection is essential.
- How the CWIEME Future Engineers Programme act as a vital bridge between emerging talent and industry opportunities.
Thursday 21 May 11:00 - 11:15 Central Grid
Future Engineers
This success-story session showcases how Clifford Ondieki, IEEE award-winning electrical engineer and Future Engineers Programme participant, navigated the path from academia to industry readiness. Highlighting his work in AI-driven grid optimisation, Clifford illustrates how emerging talent can meet urgent industry needs across transformers, motors, generators, and T&D. The session underscores the critical role of CWIEME’s Future Engineers Programme in connecting skilled young engineers with a rapidly evolving sector.
Central Grid Europe/London
Speakers
Electrical Engineer (M.Sc. Candidate 2025) | Power Systems & AI-Driven Grid Optimization | 🏆 IEEE Best Paper Award Winner | Python & NSGA-II | JKUAT (Anabin H+), IEEE, VDE, VDI Member
