Mihai Gafencu
Mihai Gafencu

Operations & Manager Engineer | Solar PV | Energy Infrastructure

Actively looking · Member since 18 May 2026
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Romania
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About

Professional summary

I am an operations and engineering professional with over 6 years of experience specializing in energy infrastructure, offshore operations, and industrial automation. My expertise lies in solar photovoltaic systems, electrical infrastructure, maintenance management, and operational performance monitoring. I have a strong track record of supervising field operations, coordinating contractors, troubleshooting complex technical systems, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Throughout my career, I have successfully coordinated the implementation of multiple photovoltaic power plants totaling approximately 2 MW of installed capacity. I have hands-on experience in installation, commissioning, and maintenance of automated warehouse systems, electromechanical and PLC-based systems, as well as solar PV installations.

I have worked in diverse roles ranging from electro mechanical engineering to offshore data engineering, which has equipped me with a broad technical skill set and the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams effectively. My background also includes enterprise IT technical support and geotechnical fieldwork, which enhances my versatility and problem-solving capabilities.

I am proficient in various technical tools and software including AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Python, SQL, Maximo, and VMware. I am fluent in Romanian and English, with beginner-level knowledge of French. I hold several certifications related to offshore operations and safety, and I am available for international travel and field operations.

I am passionate about advancing renewable energy projects and contributing to sustainable infrastructure development. I am seeking opportunities where I can leverage my technical expertise and leadership skills to drive operational excellence and innovation in the energy sector.

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Experience

Career history

Electro Mechanical Engineer Jungheinrich Romania

Installation and commissioning of automated warehouse and material handling systems. Maintenance and troubleshooting of electromechanical and PLC-based systems. Preventive and corrective maintenance planning. On-site technical support and safety compliance.

Solar Energy Systems Engineer / Project Coordinator DHElectric System

Installation and commissioning of solar photovoltaic systems. Electrical integration including inverters and grid connections. Monitoring performance and troubleshooting PV installations. Coordination of installation teams and contractors. Key Projects: 966 kW, 700 kW and 300 kW solar PV plants. Additional project: Electrical infrastructure – Beiuș Shopping Mall.

Field Support Engineer / Offshore Operations Technician Geolog International

Installation and maintenance of mud logging equipment on drilling rigs. Monitoring operational parameters and ensuring system reliability. Troubleshooting technical systems and supervising field engineers. Preparing operational reports and delivering technical training.

Offshore Data Engineer Geolog International

Analysis of drilling and geological data. Preparation of well logs and operational reports. Gas analysis (C1–C8) and kick detection. Maintenance of data acquisition systems.

Service Desk Analyst Endava

Enterprise IT technical support. Troubleshooting hardware, software and network issues. System administration with Active Directory and SCCM.

Geotechnician Globconsulting

Geological and geotechnical support for construction projects. Field sampling and soil analysis.

Education

Learning history

Babeș-Bolyai University – Cluj-Napoca

Bachelor of Geological Engineering

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