Nonkululeko Mnculwane
Electrical Engineering Technician
Johannesburg
Summary
I am a motivated Electrical Engineering graduate from Mangosuthu University of Technology, seeking a dynamic role within an organization that values professional growth and personal development. My passion for Electronics, Telecommunication, Automation, Systems Controls and Engineering fuels my drive to excel. I am eager to utilize my technical expertise and sharp analytical skills to contribute to the design, development and implementation of innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and profitability. With a commitment to teamwork, I am ready to forge robust relationships with stakeholders and harness the latest technology to deliver outstanding outcomes and surpass expectations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Intern
Rand Water
Johannesburg
11.2020 - 04.2024
- Provide operational support for Automation Instruments/Devices and assist Project Execution Engineers.
- Conducted routine Plant Performance Condition Assessments across Rand Water processes.
- Engaged in specification & standard reviews to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Reviewed Control Philosophy and Functional design Specification (FDS) for project alignment.
- Authored scope of work recommendations for the replacement of site automation assets.
- Contributed to Pre-Project Investigation Reports, outlining automation scope for prospective projects.
- Supported the operation, maintenance, and care of Automation devices to optimize performance.
- Innovated by introducing and validating new technology and methods.
- Involved in strategizing Automation processes, including data storing, licensing, and software adoption.
- Participated in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) to ensure software integrity before deployment.
- Attended workshops with contractors and Rand Water partners to maintain project synergy.
- Ensured equipment standards matched OEM Specification for quality assurance.
- Interpreted Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) to monitor and enhance plant operations.
- Commissioned control systems performed Field instrument configuration, maintenances (Preventative/ad-hoc), and Fault diagnosis, and managed virtual environments using Proxmox.
- Working with different types of cables and communication protocols i.e. Ethernet cable, Modbus, Fiber Optic, profibus
- Configured HMIs and SCADA Systems and performed intermediate PLC programming for system integration.
- Successfully Commissioned and integrated control systems (HMI, SCADA & PLC) with field devices.
Inservice Training
City of uMhlathuze Municipality
Richards Bay
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Commissioning of control systems, configuring and installing telemetry radios and building, installing, testing, troubleshooting control panels. SCADA and HMI configurations. Wiring, cabling, PLC, and SCADA. Maintenance and housekeeping.
Education
Matric -
Emthonjeniwolwazi High School
Estcourt12-2010
National Diploma - Electrical Light Current Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban12-2019
Skills
Communication Skills 5/5
Microsoft Office Word 5/5
Teamwork 5/5
Ability to Work Under Pressure 5/5
Microsoft Excel 4/5
Microsoft PowerPoint 5/5
Microsoft Office 5/5
Certification
Career growth Certification Obtained
Timeline
Intern
Rand Water
11.2020 - 04.2024
Inservice Training
City of uMhlathuze Municipality
12.2018 - 12.2019
National Diploma - Electrical Light Current Engineering
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Matric -
Emthonjeniwolwazi High School