CATHERINE MWANDA
Paarl
Summary
Dynamic Instrument Technician Engineer with a proven track record at Cape Instrument Services, excelling in precision instrumentation troubleshooting and enhancing safety protocols. Skilled in field instrumentation and fostering teamwork, I successfully implemented quality control processes, significantly improving customer satisfaction and reducing workplace accidents.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Instrument-technician-engineer
Cape Instrument Services
01.2023 - 11.2025
- Calibrated and maintained precision instruments to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions, implementing effective repairs and adjustments.
- Conducted routine inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to enhance instrument functionality and reliability.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for instrument handling and safety procedures.
- Enhanced safety protocols during construction projects, ensuring compliance with national standards and reducing workplace accidents.
- Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
- Liaised with engineering staff on special projects to assist with configuration, installation and interoperation of system equipment.
- Wrote detailed service reports and maintained organized records of service actions.
- Enhanced process automation by configuring and tuning control systems for optimal performance.
Electrical Engineering Intern
HIGHVELD MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted in designing electrical systems for various mechanical projects.
- Collaborated on troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in electrical components.
- Conducted tests on prototypes to ensure compliance with safety standards and specifications.
- Supported senior engineers in developing schematics and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
- Gained proficiency in utilizing multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other diagnostic tools effectively.
- Communicated with engineering team to discuss methods to improve process and performance.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL
VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Vanderbijlpark, South Africa11-2026
Diploma - Electrical Engineering N3 - N4
Northlink College
Cape Town, South Africa11-2019
Skills
- Precision instrumentation troubleshooting
- Hazardous area equipment
- Field instrumentation
- Pressure testing procedures
- Level measurement devices
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
Instrument-technician-engineer
Cape Instrument Services
01.2023 - 11.2025
Electrical Engineering Intern
HIGHVELD MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
01.2022 - 11.2022
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL
VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Diploma - Electrical Engineering N3 - N4
Northlink College