Tseliso Msimanga
Engineer
Witbank,Mpumalanga
Summary
Seasoned Control & Instrumentation Engineer with in-depth understanding of control system design, and testing. Familiar with electrical engineering standards, proficient in hardware and field engineering designs.
Versatile Project Engineer with 15-year background driving engineering projects. Action-oriented professional offers top skills in product development, project management and technical analysis.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PROJECT ENGINEER
Eskom
Witbank
01.2016 - Current
- I am a C&I package Engineer for Low Pressure Services (Auxiliary systems), Water Treatment and Waste Water Treatment Plants, C&I Field design, General C&I System, C&I Rooms Ergonomics, Vibration Monitoring System, Building Management Systems (HVAC, Fire Detection, Access Control System, CCTV and Public Address systems)
- I perform detail design clarifications, co‐ordination, and interfacing of plant systems with the Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Process Contractors, and specialists
- I conducted Unit 1 Distributed Control System (DCS) FAT for Kusile New Build Project.
- I conduct design reviews (i.e. HMI graphics, software design/logics and participated in alarm rationalization meetings
- I conduct plant inspections and off-site equipment testing
- I conducted DCS Site Integration Testing (all 6 units and common plant)
- Initiate and present design changes to the Change committee for approval
Design Engineer
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, Pty
Sunninghill
11.2013 - 12.2015
- I was responsible for Process Automation System, Room ergonomics and Vibration Monitoring System.
- I reviewed detailed documentation related to Control system designs.
- I interacted directly with the Contractors to resolve any issues related to the Automation system design.
- I monitored design processes from basic design phase through to Factory Acceptance Testing .
- I was an Engineering design Work Lead for Lethabo Fire detection Expansion project.
- I was a Lead Design Engineer for Lifts Modernization Projects for Thutuka Power Station and Eskom Academy of Learning.
- I was a Lead Design Engineer for the Medupi Flue Gas Desulphurization Retrofit Project working with Consultants.
PROJECT ENGINEER
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, Pty
Witbank
08.2008 - 10.2013
- I conducted design clarifications, co‐ordination, and interfacing of different systems with the Eskom Electrical, Process and Mechanical Engineers and Contractor.
- I reviewed and updated system drawings, Operating & Control philosophies, HMI graphics and ensured that upon installation completion, the documentation is updated from the “AS REQUIRED” to the “AS BUILT” status
- I conducted plant walkdown to check if the plant is built “As required” in comparison to the P&IDs
- I managed the Common Plant database, i.e., review all Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) changes and ensure configuration and process data is recorded and updated accordingly
- I prepared engineering instructions for the Contractor to implement required changes.
- I supervised installation of equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- I monitored work performance against established milestones ensuring adherence to approved schedules.
- I compiled the departmental weekly reports to track progress on my plant areas
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & electronics
North West University
Potchefstroom Campus 02.2002 - 09.2008
National N5 Certificate - Electrical Engineering
Potchefstroom Technical College
Potchefstroom 1999.02 - 2000.11
Matric Exemption - High School
Seiphemelo Secondary School
Ikageng, Potchefstroom 01.1997 - 12.1998
Skills
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Detail-oriented
- Engineering Design
- SOW Development
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time Management
- Decision-Making
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Schematics understanding
- Electrical engineering
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Languages
- Fluent in English, Sesotho & Setswana
- Intermediate in Zulu, Xhosa & Afrikaans
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Elementary
A2
Sesotho
Proficient
C2
IsiZulu
Intermediate
B1
IsiXhosa
Intermediate
B1
Setswana
Advanced
C1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
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Certification
- ABB (800xA) Melody System Upfront Engineering Training , ABB POWER GENERATION/Longmeadow - April 2015
- Practical Workshop on Programmable Logic Controllers and SCADA Systems, PHAMUDZI CONSULTING - May 2012
- SPPA‐T3000 System Basics & Advanced Engineering, SIEMENS POWER GENERATION / Smokey Mountain, Witbank - October 2009
- SPPA‐M3000 Cockpit User & Administration Training , SIEMENS POWER GENERATION / Komati Power Station - October 2010
Accomplishments
- Project C&I Lead Discipline Engineer, Kusile New Build, 2024
- Project C&I Lead Site Engineer, Kusile New Build, 2016 to 2024
- Acting C&I Engineering Manager, Komati RTS Project Closeout, 2013
- Customer satisfaction Award, Komati RTS Project, 2012
Hobbies
- Golf
- DIY - Carpentry
Timeline
PROJECT ENGINEER
Eskom
01.2016 - Current
Design Engineer
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, Pty
11.2013 - 12.2015
PROJECT ENGINEER
Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd, Pty
08.2008 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical & electronics
North West University
02.2002 - 09.2008
National N5 Certificate - Electrical Engineering
Potchefstroom Technical College
1999.02 - 2000.11
Matric Exemption - High School
Seiphemelo Secondary School
01.1997 - 12.1998
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