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Ralph  Oosthuizen

Ralph Oosthuizen

Perth,WA

Summary

I am an accomplished and responsible Draftsman / Designer with a stellar record of client satisfaction, fully capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously. I have a vast knowledge of various drawing software and techniques. My main objective is to create world-class drawings and inspiring ideas. I strive for perfection and to provide solutions to be incorporated into new and existing designs. Mechanical Design Engineer with proven track record of success in Engineering. Offering excellence in analytical decision making and system design to drive quality and production efficiency. Articulate presenter communicates technical information clearly and concisely. Dedicated and motivated mechanical design engineer with proven skill sets in 3D modeling, isometric drawing and Fatal Error analysis. Over 15 years of experience developing and improving mechanical systems.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Designer

Koch Solutions
11.2024 - Current

    • Using Inventor Vault/Inventor/Navis Works/AutoCAD computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed drawings and schematics of mechanical systems.
    • Drafting and designing machines for mining and material handling applications, working one on one with engineers to create the best solutions using 3D modelling programmers.
    • Drawing upgrades on existing machinery and assisting services department with engineering solutions and drawings for upgrades or worn parts and specialized tools.
    • Marketing and sales drawings using exploded views to give a detailed look at parts.
    • Assisting setup on inventor vault,filing systems and setting up standard temples that can pass CAD conforming

Mechanical Designer

GR Engineering Services Limited
10.2023 - 10.2024

    • Using Solid Edge/Navis Works/AutoCAD computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed drawings and schematics of mechanical systems.
    • Drafting and designing plants for mining applications, working one on one with engineers to create the best solutions using 3D modelling programmers.
    • Assisting with CAD drawings in piping department for as build drawings.

Designer/Draftsmen

Enprotec
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Drafting and designing full filtration plants, DMS Plants for mineral mining applications working one on one with PR Engineers to create the best solutions using 2D+3D Modeling.
  • At Enprotec we module from the ground up- Foundations, Structures, Cable racks, Piping, Conveyors, Purge tanks, Thickeners etc. Ensuring that everything needed to construct a plant was thought of designed and manufactured or source, using program's listed: AutoDesk Inventor/AutoDesk AutoCAD/AutoDesk Revit/AutoDesk Advance steel/AutoDesk 3Dplant/AutoDesk Navisworks.

Mechanical Draftsman/Compliance Officer

CuroPumps (PTY) LTD
06.2020 - 11.2022
  • Mechanical Draftsman 3D Modeling on Solid works, Setting up new standard libraries, Standardizing products, Auto CAD Drawings of Products
  • Compliance officer
  • Employment contracts, Policies/Procedures/Job descriptions, Performance Contracts and Annual review
  • Dol Registration EEA/Employment equity plan & Yearly submission, License renewal of vehicles and TV
  • Servicing and compliance of fire equipment, Crane compliance and certification, BBBEE Verification
  • Quarterly SHE committee Review, Collecting and filing Skills levy, UIF certification, Quarterly Statistic survey.
  • Technical Sales representatives
  • Sales and quotes, Processing orders, Running Repair and New job for contracted client base
  • Site Visits for Measurements of special applications, Site Visits for technical improvements and meetings for new site developments.

Mechanical Draftsman/Snr Draftsmen

Zest WEG Group South Africa/Shaw Controls
08.2015 - 02.2020
    • 3D Modeling sheet metal on Solidworks full Detailed Drawing packs for production.
    • Creating DXF formats for CNC machines (Punch\Laser)
    • Designing structural E-houses, Skids, Staircases
    • Teaching Junior Draftsman how to draw and detail drawings
    • Setting up new standard library's
    • Supervise special projects to completion

Project Coordinator

PG Aluminum (PTY) LTD
09.2014 - 09.2015
  • AutoDesk AutoCad /AutoDesk Inventor
  • Drawing frames and frame less glass applications for house and commercial building windows and doors & special applications, e.g. bulletproof glass.
  • Quotations, scheduling and manufacturing and planning from start to finish with communication with contractors and relevant parties.

Trainee Laser Operator/Junior Draftsman

KK Engineering (PTY) LTD
03.2010 - 09.2014
  • True tops - Nesting and programming Laser cutter CNC machine
  • Auto Desk Inventor - Auto CAD Drawings of all Products, Floor Layouts, Building Plans, Construction

Education

NQF 4 CETA - Business English, Computer Literacy, Windows Vista, Drawing Fundamentals, Autodesk AutoCAD 2009 2D+3D

CTU Training collage
12.2010

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Problem-solving
  • Work ethic
  • Creativity

Certification

South Africa Institute of Drafting, 2010, 577, # S 10218 Red Seal Trade

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 9008095695080
  • Date of Birth: 08/09/90
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Code B

Timeline

Mechanical Designer

Koch Solutions
11.2024 - Current

Mechanical Designer

GR Engineering Services Limited
10.2023 - 10.2024

Designer/Draftsmen

Enprotec
11.2022 - 09.2023

Mechanical Draftsman/Compliance Officer

CuroPumps (PTY) LTD
06.2020 - 11.2022

Mechanical Draftsman/Snr Draftsmen

Zest WEG Group South Africa/Shaw Controls
08.2015 - 02.2020

Project Coordinator

PG Aluminum (PTY) LTD
09.2014 - 09.2015

Trainee Laser Operator/Junior Draftsman

KK Engineering (PTY) LTD
03.2010 - 09.2014

NQF 4 CETA - Business English, Computer Literacy, Windows Vista, Drawing Fundamentals, Autodesk AutoCAD 2009 2D+3D

CTU Training collage
Ralph Oosthuizen