Timeline & Training

Academic Foundation

A structured journey through industrial engineering principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and advanced manufacturing technologies.

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Process Engineering

Gibela Rail

Hands-on process engineering experience focusing on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

Worked on identifying bottlenecks, drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and conducting time studies to optimize large-scale manufacturing workflows.
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Advanced Manufacturing

Arduino Autonomous MVP

Hardware assembly and environmental sensor programming for an autonomous vehicle prototype.

Engineered an MVP autonomous car utilizing Arduino microcontrollers. The project required precise hardware assembly and the programming of environmental sensors to detect, study, and navigate around physical obstacles dynamically.
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Quality Assurance

Six Sigma Yellow Belt

Formal training in Lean principles, process optimization, and industrial waste reduction.

Trained in Lean Six Sigma principles, focusing on DMAIC methodologies, root cause analysis, and statistical process control to drive measurable improvements and streamline operational workflows.
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Digital Manufacturing

SIEMENS CNC Programming

Short-course certification utilizing industry-standard SIEMENS software for machine automation.

Completed specialized training to program and simulate Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines using SIEMENS software, bridging the gap between digital CAD designs and precision physical manufacturing.
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Institutional Leadership

SAIIE TUT Chapter

Project Coordinator bridging the gap between engineering students and industry professionals.

Served as the Project Coordinator for the SAIIE (Southern African Institute for Industrial Engineering) student chapter at TUT. Organized site visits and industry talks to facilitate practical exposure for students.
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Global Innovation

International Techathon

First-place winner developing technology-driven solutions for sustainable development.

Secured first place in an international Techathon competition with a core focus on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), showcasing high-pressure problem-solving and systemic innovation.