Global rank:
6,663 / 92,165
Skill pts: 5
AutoCAD Autodesk Fusion 360 Autodesk Inventor C++ Programming CAD Design CAM CNC Programming CSS Delphi Software G-Code CNC Programming HTML Industrial Design Industrial Engineering Java Programming Product Development Programming Python Script SQL Programming Visual Basic (VB / .net) WordPress Development

About

A dedicated and results-driven CAD Design, CAM programming and CNC Engineer with a strong background in software and hardware integration across Information Technology, Telecoms, and Industrial Engineering sectors. Highly skilled in utilizing AutoCAD and other design tools to enhance product development and improve efficiency in mechanical and industrial designs. Passionate about leveraging software and hardware solutions to optimize customer experience and operational performance.

- Proficient in writing software programs, debugging, and performing statistical analysis to drive improvements in product functionality and performance.
- Extensive experience with Telecoms GSM/UMTS Circuit Switched Core Network software, parameter configuration, roaming, and maintenance, particularly with Ericsson and Huawei systems.
- Expertise in CNC Industrial Engineering implementations, microcontroller programming, and sensor-based software applications.
- Proven project management experience on both national and international levels, successfully leading Telecoms core network projects, including platform startups, network testing, and integrations across MTN Nigeria, MTN Cameroon, and MTN South Africa.

Skilled at collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results and continuously seeking opportunities to apply knowledge and technical expertise to drive innovation and success in CAD design and engineering projects.

Experience

  • Software Development Specialist – Consulting / Freelance Freelance · Jan 2019 – Present 6 yrs George, Western Cape, South Africa Software Application development for Desktop applications, Web hosting and Web site creation including SEO.
     Software Development to create programs and scripts (Delphi, VB, SQL, C++, Qt, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap 4, WordPress, Python, PHP, CAD/CAM, GCODE scripting).
     Web site Hosting and new Web Site developments for clients using HTML, CSS, WordPress and PHP software. Providing regular web site updates and changes to cater for customer needs. Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
     CAD designing using Autodesk Fusion 360 and Inventor to provide mechanical designs for 3D concept drawing of new and existing products.
     CAM and CNC GCODE programming/scripting from CAD designs to program CNC industrial milling and turning machines to produce products.
     Designing and development consultation for products in Mining, Agriculture and Construction sectors.
  • Software Development Specialist – Consulting / Freelance Freelance · Jan 2019 – Present 6 yrs George, Western Cape, South Africa Software Application development for Desktop applications, Web hosting and Web site creation including SEO.
     Software Development to create programs and scripts (Delphi, VB, SQL, C++, Qt, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap 4, WordPress, Python, PHP, CAD/CAM, GCODE scripting).
     Web site Hosting and new Web Site developments for clients using HTML, CSS, WordPress and PHP software. Providing regular web site updates and changes to cater for customer needs. Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
     CAD designing using Autodesk Fusion 360 and Inventor to provide mechanical designs for 3D concept drawing of new and existing products.
     CAM and CNC GCODE programming/scripting from CAD designs to program CNC industrial milling and turning machines to produce products.
     Designing and development consultation for products in Mining, Agriculture and Construction sectors.
  • Software Development Specialist – Consulting / Freelance Freelance · Jan 2019 – Present 6 yrs George, Western Cape, South Africa Software Application development for Desktop applications, Web hosting and Web site creation including SEO.
     Software Development to create programs and scripts (Delphi, VB, SQL, C++, Qt, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap 4, WordPress, Python, PHP, CAD/CAM, GCODE scripting).
     Web site Hosting and new Web Site developments for clients using HTML, CSS, WordPress and PHP software. Providing regular web site updates and changes to cater for customer needs. Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
     CAD designing using Autodesk Fusion 360 and Inventor to provide mechanical designs for 3D concept drawing of new and existing products.
     CAM and CNC GCODE programming/scripting from CAD designs to program CNC industrial milling and turning machines to produce products.
     Designing and development consultation for products in Mining, Agriculture and Construction sectors.
  • Software Specialist for GSM CS Core Network – consulting/freelance iCore Telecoms South Africa · Feb 2015 – Jan 2019 3 yrs 11 mos George, South Africa GSM/UMTS Core Network Support Services and Auditing for Telecoms Operators (2G and 3G).
     Software Development to create programs and scripts to complete GSM/UMTS Core Network Audits (Delphi, VB, SQL, C++, XML, Linux, WinFIOL scripting, Assembler machine code, PLEX).
     Audit Software Configuration for MSC-Server, MSC Blade Cluster, Media Gateway (MGW), and BSS nodes to ensure elements are configured correctly, (eg. number tables, exchange parameters, trigger tables, cell data) and ensure nodes are performing optimally (statistical data analysis). Provide documented report and solutions to operator.
     CS Core Network Design support for Telecom Operators, highlighting possible changes/upgrades to be implemented.
     CS Core Network Performance audit, providing documented solutions to operators of critical faults causing revenue loss.
     Proactive Support Services provided to operators for Core Network health checks. (Core network diagnostics and problem warning report for operators highlighting issues/faults in network)
     Web site development and hosting using WordPress providing regular updates and changes to cater for customer needs.

Education

  • University of South Africa Bachelor of Science, Computing 2010 – 2018
  • Technicon OFS NATIONAL DIPLOMA, Electrical Engineering, T3 1989 – 1991

Other experience

  • Software Development Specialist – Consulting / Freelance Software Application development for Desktop applications, Web hosting and Web site creation including SEO.
     Software Development to create programs and scripts (Delphi, VB, SQL, C++, Qt, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap 4, WordPress, Python, PHP, CAD/CAM, GCODE scripting).
     Web site Hosting and new Web Site developments for clients using HTML, CSS, WordPress and PHP software. Providing regular web site updates and changes to cater for customer needs. Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
     CAD designing using Autodesk Fusion 360 and Inventor to provide mechanical designs for 3D concept drawing of new and existing products.
     CAM and CNC GCODE programming/scripting from CAD designs to program CNC industrial milling and turning machines to produce products.
     Designing and development consultation for products in Mining, Agriculture and Construction sectors.

Licenses & Certifications

  • TITAN-1M CAM: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Aug 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-2M CAM: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Aug 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-3M CAM: Certificate of completio TITANS of CNC Aug 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-4M CAM: Certificate of completio TITANS of CNC Aug 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-85L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jul 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-88L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jul 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-89L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jul 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-8M CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jul 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-91L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jul 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-9M CAD: Certificate of completio TITANS of CNC Jul 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-10M CAD: Certificate of completion Titans of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-4M CAD: Certificate of completion Titans of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-6M CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-7M CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-84L CAD: Certificate of completio TITANS of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-86L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-87L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-90L CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC Jun 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-5M CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC May 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-1M CAD: Certificate of completion TITANS of CNC May 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-2M CAD: CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION TITANS of CNC May 2023 – Present See credential
  • TITAN-3M CAD: CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION TITANS of CNC May 2023 – Present See credential
  • IBM Design Thinking IBM Dec 2018 – Present
  • Artificial Intelligence Intro IBM Nov 2018 – Present See credential
  • Blockchain Intro IBM Nov 2018 – Present See credential
  • Cybersecurity Intro IBM Nov 2018 – Present See credential
Stats

Age: 54

Joined: December 13, 2019

Last seen: December 17, 2024

Languages

English Native or bilingual proficiency

Afrikaans Native or bilingual proficiency

Location

George, Western Cape, South Africa