Koketjo Mapholo

Diploma-qualified Mechanical Engineering professional with hands-on experience in design/modelling, quality assurance, and manufacturing processes. Gained entry level experience (2 years) through a crushing equipment manufacturing company, with practical exposure to SolidWorks, quality control systems and QMS, and also production workflows. Committed to applying accumulated engineering principles to develop efficient and reliable solutions in the fields of engineering sector.

Junior Quality Engineer at Astec Industries Middle East (2025-03 to 2026-04)

• Inspection & Testing: Perform in-process and final product inspection according to OEM specifications and standards. Assist in calibration and maintenance of measuring instruments.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to ISO 9001 and internal quality procedures. Conduct internal audits and preparation for external audits.
• Documentation & Reporting: Read, interpret, improve, compile SOPs related to Quality Management Systems. Support root-cause analysis and corrective action reports for nonconformances.
• Continuous Improvement & Collaboration: Participate in problem-solving activities and improvement projects. Suggest process improvements to reduce defects and enhance efficiency. Working closely with production team to resolve quality issues.

Mechanical Engineering Intern at Astec Industries Middle East (2024-12 – 2025-12)

• Design & Drafting: Created, modified and updated mechanical components, assemblies and subassemblies using SolidWorks, ensuring compliance to engineering standards and customers specifications.
• Manufacturing: Collaborated with the production team troubleshooting mechanical issues. Suggested workflow enhancements that improved efficiency and reduced reworks.
• Quality Control: Assisted in inspections, dimensional checks and documentation for compliance with ISO and internal standards. Assisted the maintenance team with equipment monitoring and preventative maintenance plans to ensure reliability and safety.
• Team Collaboration: Worked closely with engineers and supervisors to resolve design and production problems. Additionally, accurate technical drawings, reports, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders were delivered.

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Vaal University of Technology (2025)

Matric in Grade 12 – Ikusasa Comprehensive School (2016)