Cissa Pantshwa
Mechanical Project Engineer
Benoni
Summary
Qualified Mechanical Engineer with extensive knowledge of engineering equipment and software. Committed to providing accurate work with eye for detail. Consistently commended for meeting stringent project deadlines under budget.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Eskom Rotek Industries, Matla Workshop
Johannesburg
01.2022 - Current
- Researched and tested design feasibility and operation of equipment, components and systems.
- Applied project management metrics and tools in oversight of engineering and manufacturing projects and program services.
- Swapped out materials and finishes in product line to alleviate performance issues and reduce corrosion.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication and operation of product designs.
- Turbo machinery: Providing engineering service to ensure maximum Plant Reliability and Performance
- Providing Quality Engineering Service. Development of Scopes of Work and Input into Planning Process. Providing Service Engineering function during Outages.
- Management of engineering team(Draughtsman, Technicians and Quality controllers)
- Applied project management metrics and tools in oversight of engineering and manufacturing projects and program services
- Researched and tested design feasibility and operation of equipment, components and systems
- Established and coordinated sub-contracting and outsourcing requirements for machining and processes to overcome in-house production issues
- Designed documents and statements of proposals, lead times, technical costs and budgets and statements of work to manage supplier development efforts
- Analyzed operational mechanical requirements to determine feasibility of design
Plant Engineer
Eskom Rotek Industries, Rosherville Workshop
Johannesburg
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Providing engineering service to ensure maximum Plant Reliability and Performance for production machinery.
- Conducting Technical Investigations, Compilation of Scopes of Work, Procedures, Quality and Maintenance plans.
- Complying with Safety Health Environment and Quality Requirements
- Increased machinery availability by 20% over period of 6 months
- Remained abreast of new and emerging industry regulations and guidelines for plant operations
Manufacturing Engineer
Eskom Rotek Industries, Matla Workshop
Johannesburg
12.2016 - 12.2020
- Researched and tested design feasibility and operation of equipment, components and systems.
- Applied project management metrics and tools in oversight of engineering and manufacturing projects and program services.
- Swapped out materials and finishes in product line to alleviate performance issues and reduce corrosion.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication and operation of product designs.
- Turbo machinery: Providing engineering service to ensure maximum Plant Reliability and Performance
- Providing Quality Engineering Service. Development of Scopes of Work and Input into Planning Process. Providing Service Engineering function during Outages.
- Management of engineering team(Draughtsman, Technicians and Quality controllers)
Acting Workshop Manager
Eskom Rotek Industries, Matla Workshop
Johannesburg
02.2018 - 07.2018
- Matla Power Station Workshop Site Manager – Site Management of approximately +150 employees
- Increased customer satisfaction and reduced reworks by +20%
Project Engineer
MAN Diesel & Turbo SA
Johannesburg
01.2015 - 11.2016
- Turbo machinery: Managing client accounts and overseeing medium to large scale projects.
- Review of customer request for quotation(RFQ) or technical enquiry. Feasibility study on required scopes of work (SOW), e.g: refurbishment vs spares replacement.
- Scope compilation based on condition of machine or parts, and previous service reports. Conducting/chairing scope of work clarification meetings with client and subcontractor
- Review quality control plans and check sheets, adherence to quality technical specs(ISO, SANS…ect). Review and authorise all technical work to be executed.
- Contract management: To ensure that all technical and commercial terms and conditions are understood between customer and service provider. T&C’s such as: Penalties of late deliveries, Payment terms, Warranties and guarantees, Deliverables(deadlines), Communication lines, how to manage disputes, Management of MOC’s(management of change) and Contract owners and responsibilities...ect
- Compilation of tenders and review of engineering contracts(terms and conditions, GCC(general conditions contracts), NEC(new engineering contracts))
- Writing up bar charts or project plan using MS Projects
- Resource management: Resource delegation, resource allocation and procurement of external resources to execute required scope of work(Internal and External)
- Safety Management: SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality) compliance (including SHE file compilation including risk assessment compilation, review and sign off), working with safety officers to ensure on-site safety.
- Writing/composition of technical notifications for both internal and external stack holders
- Compilation of customer early warnings for any potential threats to project such as late deliveries, potential quality issues, or potential cost overruns.
- Full on site project management (management of on-site breakdowns, on-site scopes of work, on-site management of resources/personnel and equipment…etc.)
- Management of customer NCR(non-conformance reports)/ warranty claims/enquiries
- Breakdown support, managing RCA(root cause analysis) and insurance claims
- Detailed technical after commissioning liaison/debriefing with client – including chairing internal post mortem meetings
- Technical report writing and assessment (Inspection, field service reports, NCR reports…etc.)
- Management of customer SLA(service level agreement) and maintenance contracts
- Project Management and Planning(Complete management for projects including “turn-key” solution for specific clients)
Education
Practical Training - Mechanical Engineering Technology
SAJ Mechanical Training Institute
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2012 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2013 - 12.2014
Practical Training - Turbo Machinery
Man Diesel And Turbo SA
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2015 - 03.2015
Skills
Computer skillsProficiency with CAD software (Solidworks and Autodesk Inventor), MS Office Suite including MS Project and EmbraceGood communication skills (verbal, written, presentation) to all levels of an organizationAble to read blueprints and technical and manufacturing drawingsKnowledge of the tooling, equipment, materials, standardized methods, and standard practices in engineering tradeProfessionalism, punctuality, positive and hard work
Developed customer relations
Practical Exposure to Engineering EnvironmentLeadership and TeamworkCritical ThinkingConflict ManagementInterested in sports: Football, Rugby, Cricket, Golf and Gym I believe that participating in sport develops strength in areas of leadership, character, conflict management and physical health
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
Eskom Rotek Industries, Matla Workshop
01.2022 - Current
Plant Engineer
Eskom Rotek Industries, Rosherville Workshop
01.2021 - 12.2021
Acting Workshop Manager
Eskom Rotek Industries, Matla Workshop
02.2018 - 07.2018
Manufacturing Engineer
Eskom Rotek Industries, Matla Workshop
12.2016 - 12.2020
Practical Training - Turbo Machinery
Man Diesel And Turbo SA
01.2015 - 03.2015
Project Engineer
MAN Diesel & Turbo SA
01.2015 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Johannesburg
01.2013 - 12.2014
Practical Training - Mechanical Engineering Technology
SAJ Mechanical Training Institute
01.2012 - 12.2012