Letwin Mitchel Banda
Cape Town
Summary
Analytical and results-driven Engineering Graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering and strong exposure to manufacturing systems, automation, and reliability processes. Adept at supporting production teams with root cause analysis, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making. Skilled in reading technical drawings, documenting engineering changes, and applying structured problem-solving methods such as Ishikawa and Fault Tree Analysis. Passionate about continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence within a fast-paced industrial and manufacturing environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supplemental Instruction Tutor
Central University of Technology
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided structured problem-solving support for over 150 students in mathematics, automation, and electrical systems.
- Conducted investigations and troubleshooting in laboratory experiments using oscilloscopes and multimeters.
- Supported academic process improvement by developing structured lesson documentation and technical learning resources.
- Collaborated with faculty on data-driven reviews of student performance and technical process outcomes.
Peer Advisor (Volunteer)
Central University of Technology
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted students in mastering Microsoft Excel and Office applications for reporting and documentation.
- Provided guidance on digital tools, data handling, and structured communication for project tracking.
- Promoted professional development, teamwork, and process improvement within the academic environment.
Education
BEngTech in Electrical Engineering - Heavy Current
Central University of Technology, Free State
Free State03-2025
Skills
- Production Support
- Process Improvement
- Root Cause Analysis
- Manufacturing Systems
- Oracle MRP
- Technical Drawings
- Engineering Documentation
- Continuous Improvement
- Reliability Engineering
- Data Analysis
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Safety and Quality Investigations
- Operational Efficiency
- Structured Problem Solving
- System Implementation
- Industrial and Mechatronic Systems Understanding
- Microsoft Excel
- Root Cause & Fault Analysis
- Automation Systems
- MS Office 365
- AutoCAD
- Revit
Certification
- MATLAB Onramp, Simulink Onramp, MATLAB Fundamentals
- Intro to AI & Data Science (Cisco Networking Academy)
- CCNAV7 Introduction to Networks (Cisco Networking Academy)
- Microsoft Digital Literacy (NEMISA)
Personal Information
Title: Intern: Engineer
Key Academic Projects
- Lift Access Control System – Automated system integrating sensors, servo motors, RFID, and relays for secure access, data logging, and obstruction detection; demonstrated system integration and reliability engineering concepts.
- Smart Solar Bench – Designed and implemented a renewable energy-based charging and monitoring system utilizing solar modules and IoT data transmission.
- Automatic Pap Cooker – Developed a temperature-controlled cooking automation system for process efficiency and precision control.
References
- Professor P. Manditereza, Associate Professor: Engineering Power Systems, Central University of Technology, Free State, +27 76 243 4192, pmandite@cut.ac.za
- Dr M. Erasmus, HOD: Mathematics, Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and IT, Central University of Technology, Free State, +27 83 262 4214, mellis@cut.ac.za
- Dr G. Matowane, Coordinator: Student Instruction Leaders, Central University of Technology, Free State, +27 73 614 9948, RMatowane@cut.ac.za
Timeline
Supplemental Instruction Tutor
Central University of Technology
02.2024 - 11.2024
Peer Advisor (Volunteer)
Central University of Technology
09.2023 - 11.2023
BEngTech in Electrical Engineering - Heavy Current
Central University of Technology, Free State