Marshal Valentine

Experience

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  University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2015

  Academic Tutor

  Tutor and Practical demonstrator for Physics students at the University of Pretoria.

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  Tubecon Africa

  Jun 2012 - Dec 2015

  Mechanical Engineering Intern

  Vacation student work

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  Turning Point Tutors

  Jun 2016 - Jul 2017

  Private Tutor

  Course presenter and private tutor

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  Directech Group

  Jul 2017 - Dec 2017

  Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Checked design compliance with product specifications and standards requirements• Created parts for machining and sheet metal fabrication• Developed, tested, and assessed alternative design models and processing methods• Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models• Designed over 3 industrial machines successfully, overseeing production processes from conception to completion.• Designed and analyzed industrial mechanical systems and mechanisms• Interacted with project leaders and stakeholders to define requirements and generate and maintain design development documents• Wrote and revised maintenance and operational procedures Show less

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  International Solutions Engineering

  Jan 2018 - Jun 2019

  Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Lead engineering design development and manufacturing of access control equipment from conceptual phase through to completion, considering budgeting and operational considerations overseeing production processes• Effectively developed models, assemblies and drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.• Managed project documents, blueprints, and specifications• Responded to technical concerns quickly and effectively devised solutions• Wrote and revised maintenance and operational procedures• Tested models of alternate designs and processing methods to assess feasibility, operating condition effects, possible new applications, and necessity of modification.• Supported production cost quotations by providing estimates of equipment, material, and labor costs.• Prepared sheet metal fabrication drawings, modifications and commercial specification drawings using SolidWorks• Altered and modified mechanical designs to meet requirements and eliminate malfunctions.• Specified material for production use in alignment with environmental concerns and budget constraints. Show less

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  VERDA WASTE FOUNDATION

  Jul 2019 - Nov 2019

  Mechanical Engineer

  • Provided mechanical design analysis and prototype development for Verda Waste coffee waste to biofuel energy plant via in situ transesterification of used coffee grounds• Conducted research to test and analyze feasibility, design, operation and performance of proposed equipment, components, and systems.• Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives• Maintained record of performed research for use in drafting final technical documentation and project costing efforts. Show less

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  MN Renewables

  Nov 2019 - now

  Project Manager

  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.• Maintaining awareness of the competitive market landscape, expansion opportunities, industry developments, etc• Determined business plan, mission statement and vision.• Set timelines and coordinated deliverables for R&D projects.• Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.• Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends. Show less