Panashe M.

Experience

• Mechanical Draughtsman AFRICA SLURRY PUMP SOLUTIONS · Full-time Nov 2025 – Present 7 mos Centurion, GP, South Africa Produce 3D models and 2D detailed drawings using SolidWorks for manufacturing and assembly..
  • Design and draft belt guards, motor support structures, baseplates, and other associated components for pump sets. Create
  detailed 2D manufacturing drawings, bill of materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions
  • Create contract drawings for customer approval, including GA (General Arrangement) and layout drawings. Perform
  design modifications, dimensional checks, and fitment validations according to client and internal specifications.
  • Update and maintain drawing registers and provide input into BOM maintenance..
  • Interpret mechanical specifications, P&IDs, and datasheets for inclusion in design work..
  • Ensure all drawings adhere to relevant industry standards and internal quality requirements.
  • Modify existing drawings based on engineering changes or customer feedback
  • Support the design team with any additional CAD-related tasks as required
  • Any other related activity as may be legally and reasonably be expected by management
• Lead Design Engineer NAKUZA ELECTRICAL (PTY) LTD) · Full-time Jan 2025 – Apr 2026 1 yrs 3 mos Boksburg, GP, South Africa Assessing a design brief to gauge the design requirements
  • Conducting and/or using research on user experience and needs, current market trends and general functionality Sheet
  metal design and costing
  • Determining whether a design solution is user-friendly, cost-effective and environmentally friendly
  • Creating multiple iterations of design prototypes using computer-aided design tools
  • Evaluating design solutions against industry standards and regulations
  • Documenting the design process and presenting progress reports to all relevant stakeholders
  planning
  • Trutops punching machine programmer
  • Procurement of necessary or needed item and parts
• Junior Design Engineer REPUBLIC METAL WORKS (PTY) LTD · Full-time Mar 2025 – Jan 2026 10 mos Springs, GP, South Africa Develop Company Products: Utilize CAD software to develop products and support research related to product function.
  • Research and Development: Engage in all aspects of R&D for product design, including testing and prototyping.
  • Cost Analysis: Collaborate with costing modules and suppliers to establish selling prices, utilizing MS Excel and RMW
  modules.
  • Detailed Development Execution: Execute detailed development and product/production execution through drawings and
  direct involvement with the production floor.
  • CAD Design Preparation: Prepare CAD designs for rendering product versions to explain offers to the market.
  • Sheet Metal Design: Implement sheet metal design and long section production techniques.
  • Creating Costing Schedules: Utilize Microsoft Excel to create accurate costing schedules for projects.
  • Designing & Job Costing: Handle the design process, including job costing and material selection to ensure project
  feasibility and efficiency.
  • Material Procurement: Procure additional items required for design or project completion.
  • RFQs Management: Attend to standard RFQs (Request for Quotes) or custom RFQs in alignment with customer needs
  and specifications.
  • Design of fire suppression systems (fire containment) , fire extinguisher cabinets , firefighting trailers
• Mechanical Draughtsman Harntech · Full-time Apr 2025 – Oct 2025 6 mos Sandton, GP, South Africa Design and model mechanical parts, sheet metal enclosures, brackets, and assemblies using SolidWorks.
  • Develop electrical routing and wiring layouts for harness assemblies, control boxes, and electrical panels.
  • Create detailed 2D manufacturing drawings, bill of materials (BOMs), and assembly instructions
  • Collaborate with the electrical and production teams to ensure mechanical–electrical compatibility in designs
  • Perform design modifications, dimensional checks, and fitment validations according to client and internal specifications.
  • Prepare general arrangement (GA) drawings, cutting lists, and material selection sheets for fabrication.
  • Participate in prototype testing, design reviews, and project costing.
  • Support the production team with technical drawings, fabrication queries, and wiring references during assembly.
• Engineering Draughtsman ROUTE MANAGEMENT (HENRED FRUEHAUF) (PTY) LTD) · Full-time Aug 2023 – Feb 2024 6 mos Germiston, GP, South Africa • Interpret and process engineering drawings to prepare for manufacturing.
  • Use SigmaNest to nest components for optimal material utilization, minimizing waste.
  • Collaborate with engineers to finalize designs and ensure accuracy in production plans.
  • Select appropriate materials for production, place orders, and coordinate procurement.
  • Assist in the design and development of small components, ensuring they meet functional and quality standards.
  • Perform modifications and repairs on existing parts as required, maintaining alignment with original specifications.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of changes and ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
  • Provide technical support to production teams during manufacturing and assembly processes. Accomplishment:
  • Attended SolidWorks training (i.e., Sheet metals, Weldments, Top-Down Drawing Approach, FEA and Basic As-
  assembly)
• Junior Draughtsman, MCC MANUFACTURING (PTY) LTD), · Full-time Jun 2018 – Aug 2021 3 yrs 2 mos Alberton, GP, South Africa 3D Modelling: Created 3D models and detailed drawings of wood patterns using SolidWorks.
  • Pattern Development: Collaborated with wood pattern makers to develop and refine patterns for casting.
  • Production Coordination: Coordinated with production teams to ensure patterns were feasible and met specifications.
  • Material and Process Selection: Assisted in selecting appropriate materials and processes for patternmaking.
  • Documentation Maintenance: Maintained accurate documentation of design changes and revisions, ensuring all designs
  were properly archived.
  • CAD Design: Used CAD software to create and modify wood pattern designs, ensuring they met manufacturing
  specifications and requirements.
  • Manufacturing Collaboration: Worked with manufacturing teams to ensure wood patterns were produced accurately and
  efficiently.
  • Design Review: Reviewed wood pattern designs for accuracy and completeness, making necessary revisions as needed.
  • Design Analysis: Analysed wood pattern designs for potential manufacturing issues and provided recommendations to
  improve design and production efficiency.
  • Issue Troubleshooting: Worked with wood pattern makers to troubleshoot and resolve issues during the manufacturing
  process.
  • Industry Trends: Stayed up to date with industry trends and best practices related to wood pattern design and
  manufacturing to ensure the company used the most current and effective methods.