Khayalikhulu Twalo
Gqeberha,MP
Summary
Proven Junior Project Engineer at Schaeffler with a track record of spearheading successful product localizations and implementing Q-DAS Procella across manufacturing. Excelled in project management and cross-functional team collaboration, driving continuous improvement and innovative engineering solutions. Skilled in Autodesk AutoCAD and analytical thinking, consistently delivering improved product quality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Project Engineer
Schaeffler South Africa
Gqeberha
05.2017 - Current
Key responsibilities:
- Coordinate Product Change Management
- Product Data Management Coordinator
- Product Localization
- Product Development
- Implementation of Technical Cost Savings.
Accomplishments:
- Localization of cast iron products
- Localization of steel wire products (Coil Springs)
- Successful implementation of Q-DAS Procella in all manufacturing departments
- Led and managed the development of new automotive products from concept to production.
Skills and tools:
- Product design calculations
- Applying DFMEA
- Applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies Project management
Graduate Trainee Engineer
Continental Tyres South Africa
Gqeberha
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies through ongoing professional development activities.
- Provided technical support during installation, commissioning, and maintenance of engineering systems at client sites.
- Developed innovative engineering solutions for complex technical issues, resulting in improved product quality.
- Participated in training sessions designed to enhance teamwork skills and cross-functional collaboration among colleagues.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa
Pretoria, South Africa04.2026
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha12.2015
Skills
- Engineering Design
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Improvement
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Technical Direction
- Project Scoping
- Autodesk AutoCAD
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Continuous Improvement Research Group (CIRG), Haldan Consulting- November 2018
Hiking
Hiking is an outdoor activity that involves walking in natural environments, typically on trails or paths.
The most important thing about any hike is the pre hike planning, that involves, trail research and planning, permits and regulations, safety and emergency preparation, transportation, weather conditions and, companion and communication.
A list of some well-known hiking trails that I have completed:
- Robberg Nature Reserve
- Groendal Nature Reserve
- Van Stadens Nature Reserve
- Tsitsikamma Nature Reserve
Timeline
Junior Project Engineer
Schaeffler South Africa
05.2017 - Current
Graduate Trainee Engineer
Continental Tyres South Africa
01.2016 - 05.2017
Advanced Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Africa
National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Nelson Mandela University