About
I am an award-winning Senior Mechanical Engineer with over 22 years of experience delivering high-precision engineering solutions for global giants like Gibela Rail, Bombardier, and Cummins.
My career is defined by technical excellence and a unique eye for precision, evidenced by winning the South African Mint Design Competition. I specialize in the mechanical integration of complex rolling stock systems, interior design for transport, and advanced manufacturing processes.
Technical Expertise:
Software: CATIA V5/V6, SolidWorks, NX, Ansys (FEA/CFD), PTC Creo.
Standards: Mastery of EN15085 (Welding), EN45545 (Fire Safety), and ISO 9001 quality systems.
Specializations: Rolling Stock Design, Life Cycle Engineering (LCC), Change Management (ECR/ECN), and BOM optimization.
I have a proven track record of managing large-scale projects from feasibility through to operational handover. I am currently open to high-level international consulting and remote design opportunities where precision and technical leadership are paramount.
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Portfolio
Education
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Unisa
Advanced Academic Degree, Mechanical, NQF 7
2006 – 2013
The specific purpose of the Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding, abilities and skills required for further learning towards becoming a competent practicing Professional Engineering Technologist. This qualification provides: Preparation for careers in engineering and areas that potentially benefit from engineering skills, for achieving technical proficiency and competency to make a contribution to the economy and national development. The educational base required for registration as a Candidate and/or a Professional Engineering Technologist with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA). Possible admission to an appropriate Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours or a Bachelor of Engineering National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 8 qualification, or equivalent. The qualification serves to provide learners with the advanced knowledge in fundamental engineering. The knowledge emphasises Mechanical Engineering principles and application. Also the qualification provides learners with an in-depth knowledge base in a particular field or discipline and the ability to apply their knowledge and skills to particular career or professional contexts, while equipping them to undertake more specialised and intensive learning. Qualifications leading to this qualification tend to have a strong vocational, professional or career focus and holders of this qualification are usually prepared to enter a specific niche in the labour market.
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Springfield Technical College
N3, Electrical Engineer
1999 – 1999
Mathematics N3
Engineering Science N3
Electrotechnics N3 (Heavy Current/Electrician)
Industrial Electronics N3
Logic Systems N3 (Light Current)
Electro-Technology N3 (Light Current)