Janco Bisschoff
Mechanical Engineer
Midrand
Summary
A mechanical engineer with core values of simplicity, proactive problem-solving, and continuous growth. I tackle challenges with clear, efficient solutions and always look for ways to improve. With a proven track record of delivering practical results, I know that I will make valuable contributions to the team.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
JNR MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Churston (PTY) Ltd
11.2023 - Current
- Mechanical design (Solidworks)
- CAD (Solidworks)
- Engineering design & product development
- Preparing and issuing engineering submittals
- Engineering and technical communication
- Producing BOM's
- Site visits
- Reviewing and updating engineering drawings
PART TIME MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Ratel 4X4 Bosbumper (PTY) Ltd
07.2022 - Current
- Mechanical design (Solidworks)
- CAD (Solidworks)
- CAD modelling of new front and rear replacement bumpers on Solidworks
- Prototyping
- Compiling of production drawings of all my designs
- Adjusting and remodeling of existing Solidworks drawings for implementation on new CNC laser cutting machine
- R&D
PART TIME MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Firesmiths (PTY) Ltd
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Mechanical design of hero smoker & grill (Solidworks)
- Mechanical design of legend tabletop smoker & grill (Solidworks)
- Compiling of production drawings
Director of companies
GR8 Group (PTY) Ltd
08.2021 - 07.2022
- General admin
- Production management
- System designs
- CAD modelling of point of sales display units
- Procurement
- Financial management & Book keeping on QuickBooks accounting software
- Invoicing
- Bank statement recons/ cashbook
- Sending purchase orders
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
Ratel 4X4 Bosbumper
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Whilst completing my final year of my Diploma I worked full-time assisting projects including:
- Assisting production and reaching deadlines
- Prototyping and designing of new products
- CAD Modelling of new front replacement bumpers for vehicles
- CAD Modelling of new rear replacement bumpers for vehicles
- CAD Modeling of canvas canopies for bakkies such as the Mitsubishi colt clubcab and Mahindra S6 pickup
- Adjusting existing CAD models of products to fit better together and onto the vehicles
- CNC Plasma machine nesting and operation
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICAL
Multi Art CNC
06.2018 - 12.2018
- I worked as a mechanical technician learning how to use various machines and hand tools, learning the importance of communication, and understanding between the engineer, technician, draughtsman and machinist in the workplace
- I also gained a realistic idea of production and timeline management
Education
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria 05.2019 - 2021.09
N.Dip Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, South Africa 07.2016 - 2019.06
A-levels - Secondary Education
British International College
Johannesburg, South Africa 01.2014 - 2015.12
IGCSE - Secondary Education
Mountain Cambridge School
Hartbeespoort Dam, South Africaa 01.2013 - 2013.12
Skills
CAD - SolidWorks Design
Procurement
Cost and Quality Control
Manufacturing
Data Handling – Excel
Professionalism
Certification
SolidWorks Essentials
Timeline
SolidWorks Essentials
11-2023
JNR MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Churston (PTY) Ltd
11.2023 - Current
PART TIME MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Ratel 4X4 Bosbumper (PTY) Ltd
07.2022 - Current
PART TIME MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER
Firesmiths (PTY) Ltd
07.2022 - 11.2023
Director of companies
GR8 Group (PTY) Ltd
08.2021 - 07.2022
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
05.2019 - 2021.09
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERN
Ratel 4X4 Bosbumper
01.2019 - 06.2019
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PRACTICAL
Multi Art CNC
06.2018 - 12.2018
N.Dip Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Tshwane University of Technology
07.2016 - 2019.06
A-levels - Secondary Education
British International College
01.2014 - 2015.12
IGCSE - Secondary Education
Mountain Cambridge School
01.2013 - 2013.12
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