Details

I possess the following skills and abilities;

• Independent working.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with a track record of effectively collaborating with stakeholders and driving progress and innovation.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Work in a team.
• Efficient in the work environment.
• Execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Effective prioritisation of work.
• Quickly establish effective working relationships.
• Proficient in engineering software (i.e., MATLAB/Simulink, HomerPro, PVSyst, AutoCAD, GlyphWorks, and STATA)
• Microsoft proficient (MSWord, PowerPoint, Excel, MSProjects)
• Scientific writing and research publication.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Mechanical tests and measurements.
• Strain gauge installation and applications.
• Data analysis.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience in project management and mentorship.
• Data Acquisition Systems Design.
• Vibration analysis.
• Strong Power Engineering Skills.
• Deep understanding of solar PV, battery storage, and LV/MV systems, with a focus on risk mitigation and quality control.
• Analytical thinking & problem-solving.
• Scientific inquiry.

I have the following experience:

Acting Chief Engineering Technician — Transnet Freight Rail    Feb 2016 — April 2016

Highlights;

• Successfully managed the railway technology development centre dynamic test facility and workshop personnel, ensuring continued business activities and project progression without compromising safety or quality standards.
• Mentored engineers-in-training and technicians-in-training, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organisation.

Engineering Technician — Transnet Freight Rai  October 2011 —Present

Duties;

Manage test and measurement types of equipment, Plan and Execute structural test measurements on new or upgraded rolling stock vehicles, locomotives, and coaches. Management of international standardisation license with Transport Canada. Manage the team and conduct wheelset machine test verifications.

During the acting chief engineering technician appointment, the responsibilities included ensuring continued business activities within the facility and the Dynamic Test Facility. Managed workshop personnel and projects to ensure that projects are completed in a timely manner without compromising on safety.

Highlights;

• Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical and data processing systems for more than 30 projects.
• Read and interpreted >30 blueprints, technical drawings, computer-generated reports, and schematics.
• Implemented >25 schematics, diagrams, and written and initiated verbal descriptions to solve engineering project issues effectively.
• Managed project budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
• Led a dynamic team of engineers and technicians in planning and executing structural test measurements for rolling stock vehicles, locomotives, and coaches, ensuring compliance with international standards and regulations.
• Spearheaded the implementation of new quality and process systems to de-risk operations and enhance project efficiency.
• Applied and obtained international facility accreditation for conducting longitudinal rail impact tests.
• Developed a software program for analysing impact test data using Matlab, CatmanEasy, and Glyphworks.
• Performed +50 work according to project schedules and high-quality standards.
• Collaborated with VITs to complete test projects.
• Mentored >25 Engineers-in-Training and Technicians-in-Training.
• Initiated contact with vendors and customers and built solid working relationships.
• Procured >40 test instruments and creation of quotations for different tests.
• Created test acceptance criteria for more than 30 projects.
• Created >30 test plans for >30 tests and measurement projects.
• Handled the day-to-day running of projects and departmental issues to ensure high productivity and progression.
• Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Delivered exceptional service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
• Developed and completed a business case report for extending two facilities within compliance and regulations.
• Conducted effective team communications and information for meetings.
• Collaborated with the various stakeholder and departments to achieve any project objectives.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Worked flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Performed duties by all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote a safe working environment (i.e., OHSA).
• Worked closely with senior management to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
• Devoted particular emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain an outstanding attendance record by consistently arriving at work and ready to start immediately.

Post Graduate Teaching Assistance (Part-time) — Tshwane University of Technology

Jun. 2017 — Dec. 2017

Responsible for conducting a practical demonstration for Power Systems, ensuring that students adhere to laboratory rules and regulations, and assisting with test assessments and Power Factory simulations and tutorials.

Highlights;

• Worked with >20 students to understand their needs and provide excellent services.
• Conducted practical demonstrations for Power Systems courses, ensuring adherence to laboratory rules and regulations and assisting with test assessments and simulations.
• Prepared course reports and communicated deadlines to students, ensuring seamless operation of educational activities.
• Prepared >30 various written communications, reports and documents to ensure seamless operation.
• Worked to maintain an outstanding attendance record and consistent, practical attendance (i.e., >90%).
• Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure that assignments and projects were completed on time.
• Delivered exceptional service to each student by listening to concerns and answering questions.
• Developed a detailed course report as required by ECSA to ensure that the course is aligned with ECSA requirements and remains accredited.
• Demonstrated using Power System Simulation tools, including PowerWorld and Power Factory.
• Invigilated >4 tests and one examination.
• Marked >20 scripts and recorded student marks timely.

Work Integrated Learning — Transnet Engineering  Jul. 2010 — Jul. 2011

Responsible for acquiring work-integrated learning practicals 1 and 2 to complete the national diploma certificate, as required by higher education training.

Highlights;

• Acquired practical experience in electrical fault finding, motor inspections, and power electronics maintenance, contributing to the completion of the National Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• Performed electrical fault findings and direct online motor connections.
• Attained first aid certification.
• Conducted electrical traction motor inspections, back-to-back high voltage testing, and high impedance testing.
• Conducted maintenance and developed and written reports regarding inspections conducted on machines.
• Conducted electrical design diagrams for ME4 coaches.
• Conducted maintenance of power electronics inverter systems such as high tension (HTs) and low tension (LTs) cabins.
• Conducted tests and written reports for power electronics inverters used in 19E locomotives.
• Designed and developed electronic circuits for practical applications to assist >50 college students.
• Conducted >19 draw-gear tests and written technical reports.
• Learned different data acquisition systems and instrumentation using strain gauge sensors to evaluate structural health condition measurements.

Reotric Institute for Energy & Power (Pty) Ltd March 2019 – Current

Highlights

• Conducted research and feasibility study for residential battery energy storage systems.
• Applied engineering principles to develop and operate electrical, mechanical, and data processing systems for over 30 projects, including solar PV and battery storage installations.
• Lead & Managed >50 residential power backup systems projects.
• Lead, Managed, & Installed > 25 Solar PV Systems for residential and industrial buildings with more than 400 MW of battery energy storage systems combined.