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Shuaib Badat

Mechanical Engineer
Cape Town

Summary

I am a Professional Mechanical Design Engineer who is highly proficient in mechanical product development and concept render. Having performed design work on products in a wide range of industries including HVAC, Media Production, Medical Equipment, Fitness Equipment, Customer Experience Systems, Orthodontics, Security Equipment and Aerospace.

I have executed successful projects for clients in the international space with companies in Switzerland, Germany, Australia, Canada and the USA. Having led multi disciplinary engineering teams to successfully develop pilot products for startups which have achieved great success on the global business landscape.

I have worked to help clients that require the development of design models for product manufacture and validate the models based on an appropriate simulation tool. Thereafter providing a full turnkey product manufacture process from the point of idea inception right through to mass manufacture and logistics. This work provided the environment to gain an in-depth understanding of all facets of the international consumer product business best practices.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chief Technical Officer

EvansWerks, Inc.
03.2023 - Current
  • Led a 12 person engineering department, consulting with clients and structuring long term manufacturing and R&D agreements setting the trajectory for continuous business relationships.
  • Reduced product delivery times by optimizing project management workflows and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Promoted the culture of innovation within the organization, encouraging employees to explore emerging technologies as potential drivers for future business growth opportunities.
  • Collaborated closely with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for technology-driven improvements in business processes, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.

Managing Director

Exergy Consulting Engineers
08.2020 - 05.2023
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
  • Implemented robust financial controls and reporting systems, ensuring accurate forecasting and budget management.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

EvansWerks, Inc.
04.2021 - 03.2023
  • Consistently met or surpassed project milestones through diligent planning, resource allocation, and effective time management.
  • Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for material substitution or process improvements without compromising quality.
  • Implemented continuous improvement methodologies to enhance overall team efficiency and productivity levels.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines and exceed client expectations.

Chief Technical Officer

Smith Autonomous
06.2021 - 01.2023
  • Design for Manufacture, CFD Analysis, Energy Optimisation, Thermal Control and Machine Learning
  • Collaborated closely with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for technology-driven improvements in business processes, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.

Mechanical UAV Engineer

Helvetis
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Design for manufacture - Design for 3D printing, Stress analysis and cycle life optimization

Mechanical Design Engineer

Lind Equipment
08.2020 - 06.2022
  • CFD based design

Mechanical Simulations Engineer

Anthem One, Inc.
05.2021 - 06.2021
  • Design for manufacture and rapid prototyping

Thermal Engineer

We Build Machines
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Thermal analysis of a heating system for cost optimization.

Mechanical Simulations Engineer

Green-Y Energy AG
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • CFD work on energy efficiency, leak prevention and fluid ejection optimization.

Supplemental Instruction Leader

University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2019 - 07.2020
  • Lecturing assistant for the courses ENME2TH-Engineering Thermodynamics 1 and MATH142-Applied Mathematics 1B
  • Work included extra tutoring for 2nd year students outside of lecture time.

Mechanic apprentice

BMW Supertech
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Work was a learning experience where the basics of vehicle diagnosis , wheel alignment and engine timing was learnt as well as the financial aspect of the dealership.
  • Expanded knowledge of automotive technology by attending professional development workshops, staying current with industry advancements.

Internship Trainee

Precision Metal Products (PMP)
11.2016 - 12.2016
  • Work included the drilling and assembly of aluminum fire hose nozzles
  • Worked on the lathe to manufacture bolts also performed basic welding.

Education

Bachelor of Science - BS - Mechanical Engineering (Hons)

University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, South Africa
01.2016 - 04.2019

Skills

    Design for Manufacturing

Accomplishments

    Head Prefect at my high school


    Selected to be part of the Aerospace Systems Research Group and worked on a rocket that broke the African record for highest apogee rocket launch.


    Blue Belt in Brazillian Jiu Jitsu



Timeline

Chief Technical Officer

EvansWerks, Inc.
03.2023 - Current

Chief Technical Officer

Smith Autonomous
06.2021 - 01.2023

Mechanical Simulations Engineer

Anthem One, Inc.
05.2021 - 06.2021

Senior Mechanical Engineer

EvansWerks, Inc.
04.2021 - 03.2023

Mechanical UAV Engineer

Helvetis
01.2021 - 06.2022

Thermal Engineer

We Build Machines
11.2020 - 04.2021

Mechanical Simulations Engineer

Green-Y Energy AG
09.2020 - 12.2020

Managing Director

Exergy Consulting Engineers
08.2020 - 05.2023

Mechanical Design Engineer

Lind Equipment
08.2020 - 06.2022

Supplemental Instruction Leader

University of KwaZulu-Natal
02.2019 - 07.2020

Mechanic apprentice

BMW Supertech
06.2018 - 07.2018

Internship Trainee

Precision Metal Products (PMP)
11.2016 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - BS - Mechanical Engineering (Hons)

University of KwaZulu-Natal
01.2016 - 04.2019
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