Maxa Nkanyani

Technically oriented Mechanical Engineer with over five years of hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, mechanical maintenance, production-line support, and equipment refurbishment within automotive and industrial environments. Exposure to OEM standards, shop-floor engineering, commissioning support, preventive maintenance, and mechanical troubleshooting. Practical, safety-conscious engineer with solid technical judgement, strong teamwork skills, and a focus on operational reliability and continuous improvement.

Mechanical Technician at DESign Group (2021-10 – Present)

• Operate, monitor, and maintain waterjet cutting machinery to ensure accurate, safe, and reliable production output.
• Support manufacturing and production-line activities through mechanical assembly, modification, and refurbishment of equipment and tooling.
• Led on-site teams during refurbishment and assembly of paint skids for automotive production, ensuring mechanical integrity and adherence to safety standards.
• Conduct dimensional inspections using FARO and Romar arms with Polyworks to verify compliance with engineering tolerances and OEM quality requirements.
• Assist with commissioning, maintenance planning, and fault resolution on production lines for major automotive OEMs, including Ford and BMW.
• Coordinate with technicians, suppliers, and engineers to resolve technical issues and implement corrective actions.
• Support preventive maintenance initiatives aimed at reducing unplanned downtime and improving equipment reliability.

Mechanical Intern at KLT Automotive (2020-01 – 2020-02)

• Supported manufacturing and quality activities during the production of automotive chassis components for the Ford Ranger.
• Assisted with mechanical inspections, quality testing, and verification of fixtures and components against tolerance and quality standards.
• Participated in basic FEA and structural assessments to support manufacturing decisions.
• Prepared mechanical documentation including BOMs, inspection checklists, and quality records.
• Contributed to process optimisation through collaboration with production, quality, and engineering teams.

Mechanical Student (In-Service Training) at Raumix Aggregates (2017-08 – 2018-07)

• Performed mechanical maintenance support across aggregate production plants, focusing on equipment reliability and safe operation.
• Assisted with plant layout improvements and mechanical modifications to enhance operational efficiency.
• Supported preventive maintenance planning and execution, contributing to reduced downtime.
• Coordinated with suppliers and contractors regarding mechanical installations and maintenance documentation.

Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTech) in Mechanical Engineering – Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria

Short Course in Introduction to Project Management

Short Course in Introduction to Strategic Planning and Management