Jean-Luc Maurel

Being contracted to different companies (e.g. Toyota, Franke) to develop and integrate solutions involving PLCs, SCADA, control systems, field devices, and embedded software for industrial applications. Additional responsibilities are to streamline complex processes, reduce errors, and ensure quality collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business goals.

Junior Systems Engineer at Systems Automation and Management Pty Ltd. (2025-12 – Present)

• Being contracted to different companies (e.g. Toyota, Franke) to develop and integrate solutions involving PLCs, SCADA, control systems, field devices, and embedded software for industrial applications.
• Additional responsibilities are to streamline complex processes, reduce errors, and ensure quality collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business goals.

Cambridge International Teacher at Glenwood High School Elite Academy (2024-04 – 2026-02)

• Have taught Computer Science, Mathematics(incl. Mechanics and Statistics), and Physics with practical engineering applications.

Active member of the SAIEE at The South African Institute of Electrical Engineers (SAIEE) (2024-01 – Present)

• Worked as an Assistant Technician in an electronic waste disposable project.
• Facilitated the meeting of the local technical colleges with UKZN.
• Visited a Vexila factory to learn about the fabrication of power line insulators.

Frontend Developer & AI Workflow Developer at Ripple Fusion (2025-06 – 2025-09)

• Developed web and automation workflows; Python-based back-end integrations.
• JavaScript and WordPress front-end website development.

Engineering Tutor & Practical Demonstrator at University of Kwa-Zulu Natal, BrightSparkz, Jumpstart, Be Bright, Smart Tutors, Private (2022-01 – 2025-11)

• Tutored Computer Science and Engineering modules; also assisted with labs and practicals, contracted by UKZN.
• Private and contracted tutor for A-Level and Matric STEM subjects. (1000+ hrs)

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering – University of Kwa-Zulu Natal Howard College (2025)

Cambridge AS Level Certificate in Physics, Biology, Mathematics, English – Glenwood High School (2020)

Cambridge IGCSE Certificate in Physics, Biology, Mathematics, English, French – Glenwood High School (2019)