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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
Estcourt
12-2010

National Diploma - Electrical Light Current Engineering

Mangosuthu University of Technology
Durban
12-2019

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
Nonkululeko MnculwaneElectrical Engineering Technician