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Work experience
Mechanical Design Engineer in Technology Development (R&D)
Volkswagen Automatic Transmission (Tianjin) Co. Ltd.
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February 2022 - present
I'm currently working in Technology Development (R&D) team focusing on the design, optimization, and testing of cutting-edge EV battery systems and drivetrains.
We produce high-quality Direct Shift Gear (DSG) for millions of Volkswagen Group China’s domestically produced vehicles and have grown to become a technical leader in the field. Today, we continue to advance – maintaining our momentum in the China market with production that meets high quality and technical standards. VWATJ currently has 4 dual-clutch transmissions and 3 New Energy Vehicle (NEV) products at the Start of Production (SOP).
Mechanical Design Engineer in R&D
3V Automation, Tianjin China
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October 2019 - December 2021
3V is an intelligent automation company that focuses on automated production and process engineering. Our teams based in China and worldwide are enthusiastic about deploying industry in-depth knowledge as well as abundant experience in automation production and process engineering. 3V is a leader in heat exchanger technology, battery cooling systems, and a provider of special purpose automated solutions for E-Mobility.
http://www.3vgroups.com/
At 3V my primary focus on disciplines such as mechanical engineering, process design, development & optimization. I also dabble in the dark art of engineering advanced assembly systems used for automotive HVAC units.
Mechanical Designer
DES-ign Group South Africa
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June 2017 - October 2019
DESign Group is the largest independent design and systems integration company in South Africa. Our field of expertise lies in automotive tooling and we are able to engineer fully manual or automated production lines to suit the customers' build requirements. Really cool stuff!
My personal role involves the design of automated equipment, fixtures, robotic grippers et. al. Please drop me a message on email or have a look at my Linked-In profile for more info.
http://www.des-ign.co.za/
Mechanical Design Engineer
Techtion CC
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October 2013 - June 2017
Was employed as a mechanical design engineer and project manager at Techtion CC. I specialize in the design & development of automated production systems that include instrumentation, jigs, fixtures & robotic systems and the like.
Techtion CC provides turn-key automated solutions in the automotive industry for clients such as BMW, VW, Audi, Mercedes and many more.
Please visit our site for more information: http://techtion.co.za/
Student Designer, CNC machinist and draughtsman
Symbiant
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February 2013 - October 2013
I worked at Symbiant temporaraly as part of my practical training for my diploma. Symbiant is a company specializing in rapid prototyping and custom electronics and software. Other fields include CNC machining and cutting. I also dabbled a bit with injection molding.
Education
Durban University Of Technology
Master Of Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
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January 2018 - January 2019
My thesis will focus on the development of a parametric flight control system for quad rotor-craft using fuel based engines.
Tshwane University Of Technology
B. Tech/ B. Tech Eng, Mechanical Engineering
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January 2015 - January 2017
Tshwane University Of Technology
N. Dip, Mechanical Engineering
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January 2008 - January 2013