Jamie Shervon Kastoor
Domain Expert Technology Consultant
Johannesburg
Summary
Technically educated Electrical Power Engineer seeking a consultant role in the technology or business sectors, with a decade of experience in client support and project management. Offers proven expertise in electrical power systems, design, testing, and commissioning, complemented by a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration and ongoing MBA studies. Currently excelling as a Technology Consultant focused on product management, strategic marketing, and sales strategy development, with project management training. Recognized for strong leadership qualities and adaptability, dedicated to driving team success and advancing organizational goals through effective problem-solving and time management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technology Consultant
Rockwell Automation (EMEA)
10.2021 - Current
- Product and technology domain expert for mechatronics, integrated architectures and power.
- Solutions design for Motion Control Applications
- Network Analysis, Solution architecture and design.
- Product update presentations and demonstrations for channel partners, end users, OEM’s and system integrators.
- Running of product information workshops and training for channel partners, end users, OEM’s and system integrators.
- Product demonstration Lab work facilitation.
- Product Strategic Marketing and sales management assistance with conferences, technical workshops, summits, tradeshows and exhibitions.
- Drive sustainability & ecosystem protection through solution designs and architecture development
- Remote access and cloud-based application development.
- Power quality and metering architecture design
- New product strategic integration and promotion using outcome based selling.
- Market entry position of product portfolio responsibility
- Introduced automation tools that streamlined internal processes and improved overall operational efficiency.
Engineer (Projects)
Rockwell Automation (EMEA)
01.2018 - 10.2021
- Application design of PLC automation coding.
- Network Analysis, Implementation and Functional Testing.
- SCADA Development, Design and Implementation.
- Development and Implementation of system designs using AutoCAD.
- Panel Functionality design and Testing for Process Control.
- Design, Testing and Commissioning of Process Control Systems for Process Plants.
- Approval of CAD layout system drawings.
- Industrial PLC programming, testing and troubleshooting.
- Local HMI network monitoring application and control functional testing and commissioning.
- Project planning and administration and time management
- Reason for Leaving: Promoted to a senior sale and marketing role growth opportunity. In search of a more leadership orientated position.
Electrical (Application) Engineer
EOH Power Systems
10.2015 - 11.2017
- Application design of electrical power systems at tender phase.
- Protection and control panel functional design and FATs tests.
- Specific relay selection form specialised OEM’s.
- Relay (IED) simulation for functional tests of panel circuits up to and including HMI and SCADA interconnections.
- Protection panel functional components selection.
- Primary plant equipment specification lists and selection.
- Approval of CAD layout system drawings.
- Substation primary plant equipment testing.
- Industrial PLC programming, testing and troubleshooting.
- High voltage tap changer (AC)drives programming and testing.
- Local HMI network monitoring application and control functional testing and commissioning.
- Reason for Leaving: The Company was in the process of retrenching staff.
Qualified Contract Technician (Intern)
Eskom PTM Transmission
02.2013 - 10.2015
- Current & voltage transformer protection testing.
- Power transformer protection testing.
- Protection panel functional testing and circuit termination.
- Protection circuit equipment functional tests of IED’s configurations.
- Relay (IED) simulation to HMI and SCADA circuits.
- Transmission and distribution substation - commissioning and pre-commissioning.
- High voltage tap changer “(AC) drives” programming, testing and commissioning.
- Primary and secondary plant protection settings testing.
- Handover of protected and live substation.
- Reason for Leaving: This was a fixed term contract position. I took the offer for a permanent position with career growth opportunities.
In-Service Training (P1 & P2)
Defy Appliance
08.2011 - 07.2012
- PLC design & programming for automated plant functions.
- VSD programming and AC/DC motor circuit incorporation.
- Control circuit panel design and circuit wiring
- Motor circuit connection and functional checks.
- CAPEX development for industrial plant automated machinery.
- Plant reticulation design and electrical circuit design using Microsoft Visio.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
Wits Business School
Johannesburg, South Africa01.2024
No Degree - Project Management
University of Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
B.Tech - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa01.2015
ND - Electrical Engineering H/C
Durban University of Technology
Durban, South Africa01.2013
High School Diploma -
Fairvale Secondary School
Durban, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio & Sap, PowerBI, Dynamix CRM
- Soft Skills
- Have acquired good interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work individually, or as part of a team and lead
- Understanding of technologies and their applications
- Have developed technical report writing, time management, planning and organising skills over the course of my career
- Strong marketing, event co-ordinating, sales and strategy skills for product positioning
- High level of product management skills
- Problem solving and troubleshooting using both software applications and available circuit drawings
Client relationship management
Business analysis
Technical support
Digital transformation
Strategic planning
Project management
Analytical skills
Agile methodology
Data analytics
Training Courses
- Product Management course
- Presentation skills Course
- Time management skills Course
- Out based Selling course
- Lean Project Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Supervision Course
- Protection Fundamentals Course
- ORHVS Course
- RCAT Course
- Construction Regulations Course
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Career Objectives:
- I am currently looking into persuing my MBA after having completed my PDBA with Wits Business School.
- I am looking to move into a more leadership orientated role.
- I would focus strategic business management.
- Personal Profile:
- I am determined and passionate.
- New challenges excite me.
- I aspire to be involved and I am not afraid to question and express my views while being tactful.
- Technology and innovation gives me drive to improve systems and processes.
Timeline
Technology Consultant
Rockwell Automation (EMEA)
10.2021 - Current
Engineer (Projects)
Rockwell Automation (EMEA)
01.2018 - 10.2021
Electrical (Application) Engineer
EOH Power Systems
10.2015 - 11.2017
Qualified Contract Technician (Intern)
Eskom PTM Transmission
02.2013 - 10.2015
In-Service Training (P1 & P2)
Defy Appliance
08.2011 - 07.2012
No Degree - Project Management
University of Cape Town
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Fairvale Secondary School
04.2001 -
Postgraduate Diploma - Business Administration
Wits Business School
B.Tech - Electrical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
ND - Electrical Engineering H/C
Durban University of Technology