Electrical Engineer

Location:

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Posted:

July 19, 2020

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Curriculum Vitae OF Tshidiso Mohlala

Qualified TECHNICIAN

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CRYSTAL PARK BENONI

JOHANESSBURG 1501

CELL:074*******/078*******

ID NO:910**********

Driver’s license: C1 Email: ***********@*****.***

Summary for Service Technician

I am an experienced professional dedicated Service Technician with six years of FMCG experience working with fast moving production lines with extensive mechanical/Electrical faultfinding exp. duties Field service engineer with proficiency in design, analysis, installation, commissioning and retrofits, testing, engineering processes and procedures, combined with proven expertise in quality control and assurance.

Possesses considerable engineering experience in the maintenance, repair and upgrade of FMCG High speed machines using advanced troubleshooting, critical thinking, and problem-solving to develop corrective action plans.

Demonstrated ability to utilize leadership and training skills to drive team productivity and performance. Traveled domestically and internationally with the flexibility to work extended hours.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Experience with Automation Siemens, B&R, Danfoss Line Electrical Machine Specialist

Process improvement Inventory management

Work Experience

Service Mechatronics Technician JUN 2018 to present

Krones SA

Performing day to day maintenance activities to ensure that Krones Machinery performs efficiently.

Proficiency with electrical and mechanical system troubleshooting with a solid understanding of AC and DC voltages and mechanical power transmission systems.

Ability to read and understand complex technical documentation.

Experienced in new Machines installation, Retrofits, Breakdown, audits, and commissioning

Provide troubleshooting on complex robotic equipment, including reading and interpreting blueprints, electrical schematics, and specifications. troubleshoot, test and analyze complex issues related, Repair and maintain line machines controllers, transfer devices, automation equipment, peripheral equipment’s

Diagnosing errors or technical problems and determining proper solutions, managing all on-site and Assess hardware and software malfunctions by means of diagnostic tools and customer input. Disassemble and reassemble machines to repair or replace worn or malfunctioning components and consumables

Drive to customer locations using personal vehicle, managing all my own daily route to arrive in a timely manner based on customer location and issue, and maintaining accurate time and mileage records. Educate and train customers on replenishment of Krones Machines

Provide excellent customer service, listening carefully to customer concerns and addressing issues until customer is satisfied

Update and maintain assigned machines per Krones specifications

Maintain parts inventory, personal library of machine manuals, company-assigned laptop and tools

Make recommendations regarding upgrades, service or repairs and perform preventive maintenance on equipment

Assist with clients over the phone, in the office and in person off-site

Electrician (Apprentice) May 2017 to Dec 2017

Ergo Mine (EBDA)

Wire an auto transformer starter, balance load, basic electricity, construct and test power supply.

Explain and apply PLC operating principles. Construct rectification circuits, construct a voltage double, examine bearings, join cables, connect and test motors. Connect earth equipment’s,

explain induction motors such as squirrel cage slip ring motors. Connect and maintain generators, wire direct online starters, read engineering drawings, do an insulation resistance and continuity test on installations.

Design and wire panels, do fault finding, repair and replace circuits. Use and maintain a variety of hand tools, operate soldering components, heat shrink join on PVC/SWA. Test electronic system do isolation/switching –in- procedures. Lock out procedure, explain electromagnetism, maintain brushes and commutators, remove refit, bed and tension brushes, mouth circuit breakers, service main substation.

Test cables use oxy-acetylene and arc welding equipment. Overhaul motors, set timers, safety, housekeeping use and maintain electrical test instrument. Use of oscilloscope, battery testing. Limit switching, sensors, conveyors. Carry out weekly maintenance check on transformer (LV) and connect universal AC service motors.

Field Service Engineer May 2016 to Nov 2016

SIPA Zoppas

Responsibilities involved Providing service and customer support during field visit or dispatches.

Diagnosing errors or technical problems and determining proper solutions, managing all on-site Installation, retrofit, repairs maintenance, PLC Control Siemens and B&R Plant

Performs on-site set-up, shutdowns and Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems using technical drawing and couching customer employees.

Follow all preventative maintenance programs and on completed work with customers and other department to ensure resolution Carry out Preventative &predictive maintenance routine using the site computerized maintenance management system

Complies with all safety programs, policies and procedures

Complete detailed reports and other paperwork, Undertake Electrical and Mechanical troubleshooting on bottling glass and PET production lines.

Technical Operator (Technician) JAN 2013 TO MARCH 2016

Heineken Brewery SA OCT2017 TO JAN 2018

Operating all Bottling and caning packaging Machinery, performing Troubleshooting on control panel, AC&DC motors, Drives, PLC, etc.

Repair to mechanical and control systems equipment including pneumatics and hydraulics.

Closely monitor lines and machines performance and intervene on line as soon as any deterioration in performance occurs, Support production Team in achieving targets.

Daily inspections lubricate, cleaning and assisting with installing machines.

Do autonomous maintenance on all packaging machinery. Do planned maintenance according to TPM principles. Knowledge of HACCP protocols. Lubrication and breakdown maintenance in the area according to TPM framework. Knowledge of continuous improvement methods.

shut down maintenance of machinery including: Bulk Depalletize, Fillers, Labelers, Solidpacs, Variopacs, Wrapapacs, Palletizer, MSK hood applicator and etc.

Education and Training

Krones SA Acadmy April 2019

Automation- Siemens S7

Ergo Business Development Academy mining sector May 2017 to Dec 2017

Electrical RED seal Trade Test

Ekurhuleni West Collage OCT 2010 to Dec 2013

N4-N6 National Electrical Senior Certificate

National Diploma in Electrical Engineering Studies

Supervisor Management

PnT Training Center March 2009 to April 2010

NQF Level 2 Electrical Engineering Certificate

Dinoto Technical High Jan 2004 to Dec 2008