Walter Jacobs
@walterjacobs
Motivated electromechanical engineer delivering CNC plasma machines and projects from design to support.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a highly motivated, detail-oriented electromechanical engineer with hands-on experience designing, manufacturing, and managing engineering projects. I deliver high-quality CNC plasma machines, lead cost-saving initiatives, and ensure successful project execution from procurement to customer support.
As a Project Engineer at DGE Consulting (PTY) Ltd (July 2023–Present), I updated and improved CNC plasma designs, conducted cost-saving analysis to optimize production efficiency, and managed end-to-end project planning for on-time delivery. I procured materials, coordinated manufacturing, performed machine wiring, testing, and quality control, installed machines at client sites, and provided training and ongoing technical assistance.
I bring strong CAD capability with SolidWorks, NX, and AutoCAD, plus a certificate for multi-disciplinary draughting and project management. I’m driven by a passion for innovative solutions and client satisfaction, reflected in my academic achievements including top student awards and the Golden Key Award.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Engineer
DGE Consulting (PTY) Ltd
Jul 2023 - Present (3 years)
Designed and improved CNC plasma machine components, managing updates to existing plasma tables. Planned and delivered projects end-to-end, including procurement, machine wiring/testing and QC, installation, customer training, and ongoing technical support.
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Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
North-West University
Bachelor of Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering
Completed a Bachelor of Engineering in Electromechanical Engineering at North-West University. Received academic awards including the Top Electromachanical Engineering Student Award (2nd year) and the Golden Key Award.
Draughting Academy
Certificate, Draughting
Earned a certificate for a Multi-Disciplinary Draughting course.
Draughting Academy
Certificate, Project Management
Earned a certificate for a project management course.
Otjiwarongo Secondary School
High School Diploma, Secondary Education
Activities and societies: Prefect; Top 10 student award (Grade 8–Grade 12)
Completed high school education at Otjiwarongo Secondary School. Served as prefect and received top student recognition (Top 10 across Grades 8–12).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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