Renewable Energies
Johannes Casparus (Anco) Lötter
Mechanical Engineer
Pretoria
Summary
Dynamic Energy Manager with a proven track record at BBEnergy, excelling in project management and client relations. Proficient in data analysis, I thrive in cross-functional collaboration, driving efficiency and innovation in energy solutions.
Proficient Project Engineer with 5 years of experience driving over 8 projects to completion at Dalein Agriplan. Skilled in overseeing technical staff and checking that projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and according to specifications.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Energy Manager & Business Development
BBEnergy
09.2023 - Current
- Monitor, track, and report on energy commodity usage across mining operations, providing actionable insights to stakeholders.
- Analyze energy data to identify inefficiencies, investigate anomalies, and recommend corrective actions for cost and consumption reduction.
- Recently expanded role to support business development initiatives, including client engagement, and proposal preparation.
- Successfully led and secured approval for a R2.2 million energy optimization project, delivering a 4-month return on investment.
- In process of securing a second project to the value of R4.5 million
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and operations, to ensure alignment on energy performance goals.
Project Engineer
Dalein Agriplan
Pretoria
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Provide innovative process solutions to potential clients
- Quote & Design complete turnkey solutions for clients
- Oversight and implementation of projects landed
- Reconciliation of Projects completed
- Client services & support on mechanical and software related issues
- Commissioning and Sign-off on Projects
- Client Relations
Commissioning Engineer & Service Department
Dalein Agriplan
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Oversight and Completion of I/O testing with electrical teams
- Mechanical Commissioning of All equipment in the plant.
- Software implementation, communication with software supplier.
- Training on software and plant process control to operators
- Analyzed, troubleshooting software problems and communicated possible solutions with development team.
- Feedback and reporting to engineering team at Dalein Agriplan
- Provide Mechanical and software related service to clients.
Junior Engineer/Project Manager
Dalein Agriplan
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
- Made decisions independently and collaboratively mechanical & software-related challenges.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Planned, designed and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Facilitated communication between internal personnel, contractors and vendors for project cohesion.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Designed projects under direction of experienced engineering professionals.
- Studied corrections from senior engineers to learn and grow professionally.
- Consulted with other disciplines and clients to resolve issues effectively.
Internship Student
SBP Sonne
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Reported back to instructor to receive day-to-day tasks and responsibilities.
- Searched at library and in scholarly databases to locate necessary information for research projects.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Assisted with projects by applying strong analytical skills and studies.
- Complete Design and Research for a bearing test rig, to determine the effect of environmental dust on bearings
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Pretoria
Pretoria, South Africa 01.2012 - 12.2015
Masters in Engineering - Renewable Energies
Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, South Africa 01.2016 - 12.2017
Skills
Project planning and development
Technical Support & Service
Project Management
Product development
Solidworks
Excel
Python
Matlab
Cient Relationships
Interests
Automotive & Process Industry
Feed Milling Industry
Outdoors (Shooting, Hunting & Camping)
Timeline
Energy Manager & Business Development
BBEnergy
09.2023 - Current
Project Engineer
Dalein Agriplan
01.2023 - 08.2023
Commissioning Engineer & Service Department
Dalein Agriplan
01.2020 - 11.2022
Junior Engineer/Project Manager
Dalein Agriplan
01.2018 - 12.2020
Internship Student
SBP Sonne
09.2016 - 03.2017
Masters in Engineering - Renewable Energies
Stellenbosch University
01.2016 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of Pretoria
01.2012 - 12.2015
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