Penny Lehlohonolo Makambane
Electrical Engineering Student
12 Signal Street
Summary
I am a innovative and self driven electrical engineering student at the University of Cape Town who is passionate about developing systems that will automate and improve the current ones. I have acquired a strong academic background,foundation and skills in embedded systems,programming in several languages and circuit designing. I have also been proactive in developing new technology for electric cars in my university career.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
Eskom Expo
• Developed a dynamic charging prototype for electric vehicles
• The model won the"Best Innovation" prize in the Eskom Expo competition.
Apprentice Electrician
Thungela Resources
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Used Sensor Signals to check bearings quality and schedule ,maintanance for equipment
- Learnt Welding, soldering along with fitting and turning .
- Installed Solar Panels on different types of rooftops
Receptionist
Tugwell Housing
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted Students with accessing the residence facilities
- Learnt time management and Communication skills
Education
BSc Electrical Engineering -
University of CapeTown
Cape Town, South Africa 04.2001 -
Grade 12 -
Hoerskool Darspoort
Johannesburg 04.2001 -
Skills
- Python,C programming ,Java & SQL
- PCB designing
- AutoCad
- Critical Thinking
- Microsoft Office
References
Mr Hennie Nortje
- Thungela Resources Supervisor
- 0826394565
- HennieNortje@thungela.ac.za
Personal Information
Nationality: South African
Gender: Female
Languages: Sepedi
Timeline
Apprentice Electrician
Thungela Resources
12.2024 - 01.2025
Receptionist
Tugwell Housing
02.2024 - 11.2024
BSc Electrical Engineering -
University of CapeTown
04.2001 -
Grade 12 -
Hoerskool Darspoort
04.2001 -
Researcher
Eskom Expo
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