David Odongo
@davidodongo
Mechanical engineer and technical trainer focused on production excellence.
What I'm looking for
I am a mechanical engineer with over four years of hands-on production experience and five years as a technical trainer, committed to delivering practical engineering solutions and high-quality instruction.
At Nyakach Technical Training College I served as Head of Industrial Liaison and Head of Career Services, building industry partnerships and implementing dual-training initiatives that connected learners to on-the-job experience.
Previously, as a Sales Engineer at Twyford Ceramics Ltd I led the press machine department, managed machine maintenance schedules, supported refrigeration systems, performed quality assessments, and contributed to sales strategy and online product marketing.
I combine technical competencies—AutoCAD/Inventor, production planning, ISO/Kaizen familiarity, data analysis—with training skills and a focus on workplace health and safety to drive operational improvements and develop future technicians.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Technical Trainer
Nyakach Technical Training College
Feb 2020 - Present (6 years)
Lead technical training in mechanical engineering and headed industrial liaison and career services, establishing industry partnerships for dual training and improving student career guidance outcomes.
Sales Engineer
Twyford Ceramics Ltd
Aug 2016 - Jan 2020 (3 years 5 months)
Led the press machine team and managed machine and refrigeration maintenance while developing sales and marketing strategies that improved production and customer relations.
Physics & Mathematics Teacher
Nyabera Secondary
Feb 2010 - Sep 2011 (1 year 7 months)
Taught physics and mathematics to secondary students, delivering curriculum-aligned lessons and supporting student academic development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenya School of TVET
Post Graduate Diploma, Technical Trainer Education
2021 - 2022
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Technical Trainer Education from March 2021 to September 2022.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
2011 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a certificate in leadership and mentorship between September 2011 and April 2016.
Kisumu Day High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2005 - 2009
Grade: A-
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a mean grade of A-.
Nyabera Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1997 - 2004
Grade: 337/500
Completed Kenya Certificate of Primary Education with a score of 337 out of 500.
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