Setsoge Harland Sethojoa

SENIOR MECHANICAL DESIGNER

CONTACT

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Cell no. :078-***-****/ 073-***-****

Location : JHB, Gauteng, SA

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SKILLS

• Technical Proficiency & Design planning.

• Working knowledge of CAD software,

Solid Edge, - Team center, etc.,

comfortable with related software.

• Analytical thinker and understanding of

mathematical and engineering

principles.

• Technical drawings.

• Attention to detail.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Hard working.

• Confidentiality skills.

• Organizational skills (Time Management,

Record Management, Calendar

management)

• Team Working skills.

• Effective Communication skills (Clear

verbal & written, Conflict Management,

Critical listening).

• Maintain High HSE Standards.

LANGUAGES

English

Sotho

Zulu

Afrikaans

EXPERIENCE

Senior Mechanical Designer

HATCH SA Jul 2022 - Present

Roles & Responsibilities

• Convert 2D drawings to 3D model parts and assemblies.

• Schedule model design review meetings.

• Participation in formal engineering review processes.

• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and documentation for manufacturing.

• Prepare weekly model and project reports.

• Knowledge of industry & regulatory standards,

• Codes pertinent to the design and systems related to the project.

• Inspect and evaluate dummy assemblies to meet specifications and standards, i.e. structural buckstays, hoods, etc.

• Site visits for evaluation and inspections.

Mechanical Designer

RADS Engineers & Projects May 2021 – June 2022

Roles & Responsibilities

• Mechanical Engineering support.

• Mechanical Design – Mechanical systems design.

• Project Management; Planning and forecasting.

• Prepare progress reports.

• Reverse Engineering.

• Design of a sulfuric acid catalyst screening mobile plant implementing MECS catalyst screening guidelines.

• Produce GA proposals for funding, and Compiling quotations.

• Respond to tender bid invitations.

SUMMARY

Dedicated Mechanical Designer with more than 19 years’ experience in Mechanical Project Management, Smelter Furnace, Vertical Roller Grinding Mill - cement & coal plants, Processing Equipment - Mining and mineral processing (mining technology), Centrifugal Pumps & Pump Assemblies, Pipelines, Steel Fabrication, Steel Structure, Valves, and Expert in Mechanical Drawing.

EXPERIENCE

Engineer

Loesche SA Dec. 2018 - July 2019

Roles & Responsibilities

• Allocate resources needed for shutdown preparations (manpower, tools, sub-contractors etc.).

• Review specifications and scope of work.

• Ability to produce OEM documentation packages.

• Study fabrication drawing.

• Follow up with workshop at fabrication stage of project components.

• Monitor all fabrication process.

• Testing and evaluating components to meet performance standards.

• Inspect all welding in case of Defects according to fabrication limits and allowances.

• Exposure to relevant standard codes (ASME, EN, AWS, ….)

• Assist construction manager in producing safety files.

• Site Safety.

• Review work progress on daily basis.

• Prepare reports pertaining to project status.

• Ensure quality control and construction standards. Engineering & Manufacturing Product Support Technician Weir Minerals SA May 2012 - Oct 2017

Roles & Responsibilities

• Study fabrication drawing and prepare bill of material.

• Product support and product development control.

• Workshop Inspections and evaluating dummy assemblies to meet specifications and performance standards, i.e., hydro- cyclone clusters, pump sets, etc.

• Address shop floor issues (concessions raised on the floor) and record all engineering concerns experienced.

• Assist with diagnosis problems experienced during assembly and operational conflicts.

• Produce workable engineering solutions timeously.

• Resolve problems encountered by clients on mining sites. Mechanical Designer

Kentz SA August 2008 – May 2012

Roles & Responsibilities

• Mechanical Planning. Quality Control of documents to company’s Standards (IMS – Integrated Management System).

• Assist in collecting and delivering of engineering construction quality & test pack certificates for commissioning.

• Ventilation systems Design to clients’ specifications.

• Conduct design routine to mechanical services to ASHRAE & SMACNA standards.

• Calculations involved in project as required (Gautrain Tunnel Ventilation) – Duct sizing & calculations for fan static pressure and flow rates (fan selection).

• Prepare and maintain engineering data,

• Prepare detailed and installation drawings based on concept designs from Consultant Engineers.

• Transform site sketches to functional shop drawings.

• Consult with project planners, manufacturers, Mechanical Site Manager, clients’ engineers and Co-ordinated with electrical, structural/ civil engineers, and Project Managers

• Compile functional specification documentation.

• Design and develop mechanical components, systems, and products.

• Correct and approve contractors’ and suppliers’ drawing proposals.

• Produce AS BUILT drawings as per Red-line mark-ups developed from site.

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EXPERIENCE

Project Co-Ordinator

APSYSET CONSULTING - (Information Systems) May 2007 - August 2008 Roles & Responsibilities

• Performed Market Research (Information Technology), Marketing, Compiling Proposals, assist in compiling Tender, specifications and bills of quantities, cost estimates and budgets, Project Management: Trading Summary using profit and loss account templates.

Mechanical Designer

ACS CONSULTING September 2006 – March 2007

Roles & Responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with the NATIONAL BUILDING REGULATIONS AND BUILDING STANDARDS ACT NO. 103 OF 1977 & SANS 10400

• Manage projects, general design work – site monitoring and inspections.

• Prepare conceptual designs from first principle – knowledge of CARRIER E20-II (Hourly Analysis – Heat loads)

• Prepare feasibility drawings for proposed projects.

• Produce GA’s, manufacturing and installation system drawings for warehouses, data centers, shopping centers, offices etc.

• Provide advice, support, and guidance to clients.

• Delt with queries effectively and efficiently.

• Coordinate with Architects, civils, electrical engineers, fire protection engineers, contractors, and other technical professionals.

Mechanical Design Draftsman

ASTER August 2004 – September 2006

Roles & Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed mechanical manufacturing and installation drawings for duct systems.

• Maintain and update drawings to reflect changes made to the HVAC systems – shop drawings.

• Managed CAD library, prepared drawing issue slips and registers re-enforcing drawing standards.

• Liaise with consultants, duct manufacturers and clients.

• Site Monitoring.

• AS BUILT corrections on drawings for various maintenance sections. In-service training (P2)/ Trainee Design Engineer

ARCUS GIBB June 2002 - August 2004

Roles & Responsibilities

• This was my second part In-service training.

• Design HVAC systems from first principles in line with SABS 0400 standards (Building Regulations).

• Worked as both the Trainee Design engineer and junior draughtsman.

• Refurbish and enhance current systems on office buildings, recreational centers, datacenters, hotels etc.

• Continuously coordinated with civil, structural engineers and architects with further repositioning of pillars/walls especially in new buildings.

• Further used the Computer Aided Design (Auto-Cad) software to Draught the positioning of the AC units, ductwork, plumbing - piping for the building, fire protection, ventilation and/ or Extraction design. EXPERIENCE

In-service training (P1)/ Trainee Design Engineer

PRENTEC January 1999 – June 1999

Roles & Responsibilities

• Safety Regulations using OHS Act (Occupational Health & Safety Act).

• Mechanical hand tools.

• Machine operation i.e. Lathe, drilling, grinding machines, welding, tool handling, measuring, and piping etc.

• Basic maintenance on the floor: Maintenance on the pressure vessels and motors.

• Manufacturing of various components for inside projects working from CAD drawings.

• Check with Quality Inspector and Foreman of the final product. with workable engineering solutions. EDUCATION

ND - National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

University of Johannesburg (Doornfontein Campus)

Dec 2003

CERTIFICATION

Matric – Senior Certificate

Dec. 1996

Hatch Project Engagement Lifecycle (Course 1-7)

August 2023

Hatch Project controls systems

Dec. 2023

Safety at construction sites

July 2022

Operational smelters: hazards and mitigations

July 2022

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