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Noluthando P. — Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer from South Africa

Noluthando P.

Mid-Level Mechanical Engineer

South Africa 1-2 years
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Noluthando P. is a South African mechanical engineering professional with experience across municipal, automotive, manufacturing, and education sectors. She began her career as an Intern at Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, where she focused on vehicle maintenance and safety compliance, conducting repairs on gasoline and engine engines, utilizing technical drawings, and performing routine inspections with a range of hand and power tools. At First National Battery as a Process Mechanical Engineering Graduate, she contributed to plant stability, conducted fault analyses on batteries, and updated work instructions and risk assessments, emphasizing problem-solving and process optimization. In her subsequent role at Mercedes Benz South Africa’s Paint Shop Division, she specialized in equipment failure analysis, defect identification, and quality monitoring. Most recently, she served as a Lecturer at West Coast College, delivering engineering technology and fitting and turning modules. She is proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and holds moderator and assessor certificates.

Experience

  • Lecturer

    West Coast College · 2023 — 2023
    Developed weekly lesson plans and delivered lectures on Engineering Technology Level 2. Taught Fitting and Turning for Levels 2, 3, and 4 while also organizing sports events.
  • Mechanical Engineering Intern

    Mercedes Benz South Africa [Paint shop Division] · 2021 — 2022
    Engaged in problem-solving and investigations related to equipment failures that caused breakdowns. Conducted fault-finding during breakdowns and serviced parts as needed. Worked on problem-solving initiatives to enhance quality (FTC) and monitored production quality of units in the booth. Participated in production start-up and conducted basic defect analysis.
  • Intern

    Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality · 2018 — 2020
    Executed repairs on gasoline and engine engines while providing exceptional customer service. Coordinated necessary work by collaborating with clients and reviewing intake orders. Inspected brake systems, steering mechanisms, and other vehicle components during routine maintenance and repairs. Performed fluid level checks, oil changes, and tire rotations. Utilized various hand tools, including power tools and precision instruments, to complete maintenance tasks. Ensured that safety devices, guards, and loose bolts were checked and adjusted as needed. Maintained cleanliness and organization in the work area while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Verified finished pieces for compliance with technical drawings and mounted and dismounted workpieces on lathes. Carried out both roughing and finishing operations while reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and plans.
  • Process Mechanical Engineering Graduate

    First National Battery · 2020 — 2020
    Focused on enhancing plant stability and improving production efficiency while minimizing scrap. Coordinated efforts between the maintenance and quality departments to reduce downtime and boost production. Conducted comprehensive teardowns and fault analyses on OEM and aftermarket batteries. Investigated and characterized process-related issues. Updated and developed work instructions, boundary samples, risk assessments, and control plans for both new and existing machinery. Ran operational tests on systems and equipment, analyzing data to ensure proper processes and resolve malfunctions. Ensured process parameters and specifications were determined and verified.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • National Diploma in Engineering: Mechanical
    Walter Sisulu University · 2013 — 2017
  • National Senior Certificate
    JS Skenjana Senior Secondary School · — — 2011

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