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Boitumelo Mathabatha

Boitumelo Mathabatha

Mechanical Engineer In Training
Secunda

Summary

I am a detail-oriented and results-driven mechanical engineering intern with experience in underground mining. I have a solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, design practices, and various software tools. My strong organizational and analytical skills help me thrive in fast-paced environments.

I work well with others and easily build good relationships thanks to strong communication and teamwork skills. During my internship at Sasol Mining, I gained valuable hands-on experience that strengthened my passion for engineering. I am eager to continue learning and approach challenges with a positive attitude.

I am looking to advance in the mining field and have developed key engineering skills in team-based projects. I have expertise in CAD software, project management, and problem-solving. My focus is on efficiency and innovation, and I aim to use my engineering knowledge to drive success in different roles.

I adapt well to changing situations and excel at collaboration. With proficiency in CAD software, finite element analysis, I bring reliability, precision, and creativity to engineering projects.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Mechanical Engineering Intern

SASOL Mining
01.2025 - Current
  • Communicated with engineering team to discuss methods to improve production and performance.
  • Performed Reliability Centered Maintenance on underground production equipment
  • Contributed to the successful completion of safety audits by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and best practices.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities for process optimization,cost saving and waste reduction.

Mechanical Engineering Intern

SASOL Mining
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Participated in regular team meetings to discuss production progress, challenges faced, and potential solutions for overcoming obstacles.
  • Performed conveyor belt calculations followed Code of Practice and Standard Operating Procedure.
  • Developed technical skills through training on underground Trackless Mobile Machinery(TMM) and flameproof in a fiery mine.
  • Developed technical skills through training in the design and installation of conveyor belts.
  • Developed rigging fundamentals skills.
  • Shadowed an underground production superintendent.
  • Developed technical skills on concrete technology


Student Research Engineer

University of Pretoria
02.2023 - 12.2023
  • Collaborated within a research team focused on utilizing machine learning algorithms; namely ICA and BETAVAE, to identify understandable characteristics of steel plates
  • Facilitated regular progress review meetings with our supervisor to ensure strict adherence to project schedules and deliverables
  • Oversaw the development and refinement of a precision mechanical test station customized for engineering projects
  • Employed project management tools and software to efficiently plan, monitor, and control project activities
  • Conducted comprehensive project risk assessments and formulated strategies to mitigate potential risks, preventing delays in project execution

Student Project designer

University of Pretoria
02.2023 - 06.2023
  • Collaborated with a group of fellow students on a final-year engineering design project
  • Created a biaxial tensile testing rig specifically designed for testing metals
  • Organized routine progress review meetings with our supervisor to uphold rigorous adherence to project schedules and milestones
  • Carried out a thorough project risk analysis and developed proactive strategies to address and mitigate potential setbacks and delays

Student Support Engineer

Sasol Operations
12.2022 - 01.2023
  • I served as a member of the plant support team within the Mechanical, Civil, and Reliability Department at Sasol Operations
  • The departments primary focus was maintaining equipment standards and ensuring the upkeep of crucial equipment for plant processes
  • The project I overtook involved evaluating creep damage in a fired heater tubes to predict their remaining lifespan
  • I created a creep analysis tool using Excel
  • This tool should be capable of automatically segmenting the temperature data into distinct periods, conducting a creep analysis, and providing an estimate of the time to failure for the tubes due to creep

Student Support Engineer

Sasol Operations
01.2022 - 02.2022
  • During my internship at Sasol, I joined the PEI&T team, a design unit, and engaged in a project involving the replacement of vessel platforms due to updated process and piping designs
  • The project required determining the loading on the clips for each platform to facilitate structural design checks
  • My initial responsibility was to create a calculation sheet for assessing the loading on the clips for each platform attached to the column

Quality Controller/Permutator

MathU
02.2021 - 08.2021
  • I participated in a community service project for the company, where my responsibilities included:
  • Contributing to the development of an educational app
  • Conducting quality control of data
  • Engaging in data capture and analysis

Education

National Senior Certificate -

Ligbron Academy of Technology
Ermelo
12-2019

BEng - Mechanical Engineering

University of Pretoria
02.2020 - Current

Skills

Effective Communication

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 05/29/01
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: C1
  • Marital Status: Single

Timeline

Mechanical Engineering Intern

SASOL Mining
01.2025 - Current

Mechanical Engineering Intern

SASOL Mining
02.2024 - 12.2024

Student Research Engineer

University of Pretoria
02.2023 - 12.2023

Student Project designer

University of Pretoria
02.2023 - 06.2023

Student Support Engineer

Sasol Operations
12.2022 - 01.2023

Student Support Engineer

Sasol Operations
01.2022 - 02.2022

Quality Controller/Permutator

MathU
02.2021 - 08.2021

BEng - Mechanical Engineering

University of Pretoria
02.2020 - Current

National Senior Certificate -

Ligbron Academy of Technology
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