Oratilwe Malatse
@oratilwemalatse
Mechanical engineer and AI trainer applying factory-floor experience to improve AI reasoning in engineering and automation.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
At YOMI, I operated the 12mm System for precision laser cutting, interpreted technical drawings, and performed quality and safety checks. I documented processes and identified faults in a compliance-driven manufacturing environment.
In independent technical projects, I built Python scripts for data cleaning and automation and wrote PLC logic explanations and engineering documentation. I want to use my factory-floor experience to make AI more accurate in engineering and automation, focusing on sound reasoning and clearly documented assumptions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Independent Technical Projects
Remote
Built Python scripts for data cleaning and automation, wrote PLC logic explanations and engineering documentation, and completed a Deloitte data analytics simulation creating dashboards and insights.
Laser Operator
YOMI 12mm System
Operated precision laser cutting to tight tolerances with a zero-rework focus. Interpreted technical drawings, set parameters, performed QA and safety checks, and documented processes to improve workflow efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harvard University
CS50 Introduction to Programming with Python, Computer Science
Pursuing CS50 Introduction to Programming with Python through HarvardX on a scholarship, currently in progress.
Deloitte
Data Analytics Job Simulation, Data Analytics
Completed a Data Analytics Job Simulation with Deloitte in October 2026.
Alison
Masters in PLC Programming, PLC Programming
Completed a Masters in PLC Programming through Alison.
Alison
Additional Courses, Engineering and Project Management
Completed five additional courses in Engineering and Project Management through Alison.
Alison
Diploma in Fibre Optics, Fibre Optics
Completed a Diploma in Fibre Optics through Alison.
Amazon Web Services
AWS Cloud Practitioner Challenge, Cloud Computing
Completed the AWS Cloud Practitioner Challenge in June 2026.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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