Caleb Sefa Bansah
340 Tremont Ave Fort Lee
Summary
Mechanical Design Engineer with project management capability. Efficient collaborator able to move projects forward in competent, technically sound manner. Skilled at inspiring stakeholders to share ideas and information for project success. As a mechanical engineer, I have a solid foundation in physics and its practical applications. I've studied concepts like Newton's laws of motion, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and more.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
Fomac Construction
United Kingdom
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with engineering team to complete projects
- Led project scheduling and budgeting to successfully complete engineering projects within target parameters
- Advised technical teams on achieving optimal machine assembly and performance
- Tracked project expenses against budgets and identified cost-saving opportunities
- Reviewed designs with constructive feedback to improve project outcomes.
Mechanical Design Engineer
JTech Metals Construction
Accra, Ghana
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Troubleshot and repaired 60% of circuit breakers, magnetic starters and lighting
- Responded to plant breakdowns and emergency callouts
- Analysed recurrent faults and developed sustainable solutions
- Investigated causes of unscheduled downtime to improve site productivity
- Installed electrical systems ranging from circulation pumps to compressors
- Organised and directed maintenance shutdowns and startups
- Visually inspected and tested machinery and equipment, performing routine preventive maintenance.
Engineering Intern
Volta River Authority
Accra, Ghana
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Investigated 50% of design failures in field to determine necessary corrections in future iterations
- Worked with production teams to facilitate smooth transition from design and testing to full-scale manufacturing
- Optimised workplace procedures for safety, developing and updating processes based on latest research
- Recommended improvements to optimise precise manufacturing processes
- Examined project plans and locations to identify and mitigate potential hazards
- Implemented policies and devices to improve workplace safety
- Oversaw field projects implementing engineering designs and maintained strict compliance with specifications and applicable codes.
Senior Application Engineer
Ecobank Headquarters
Accra, Ghana
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Implemented innovative coding solutions to resolve complex technical challenges and enhance system functionality
- Executed comprehensive testing procedures, identifying and addressing software bugs for enhanced reliability
- Implemented security protocols to safeguarde systems against potential vulnerabilities
- Implemented automation scripts for repetitive tasks, streamlining development workflows
- Documented software specifications, aiding in future troubleshooting and updates.
Maintenance Technician
Wates Group
United Kingdom
10.2022
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Education
Masters Degree In Engineering - Energy & Power System
University of Liverpool
United Kingdom 12.2023
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Accra Technical University
Accra, Ghana09.2022
West African Examination - Metallurgical Engineering
Suhum Senior High Secondary School
Eastern Region, Ghana09.2017
Basic Education Certification - Visual Art
Achimota Basic School
Accra, Ghana 05.2013
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Manufacturing Processes
- Solidworks
- Design review
- Research and Development
- Blueprint design
- Finite element analysis
- Testing and troubleshooting
- Product Lifecycle Management
- Drafting
- Project Management
- Matlab
- Performance monitoring
- Simulation Software
- Stress analysis
- Diagnostics and repairs
- Excel
- Assembly instructions
- Material Selection
- PowerPoint
- Cost Estimation
- CATIA
- Fluid Mechanics
- Structural analysis
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Failure Analysis
- Supplier Collaboration
- Revit
- Highly skilled in 3D and 2D CAD
- 2D and 3D modeling
- SAP
- CAD Drafting
- Technical direction and product strategies
- Root Cause Analysis
- CAD
- SolidWorks 3D models
- Microsoft Excel
- Continuing education
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical system design
- Complex problem solver
- Injection molding
- Technical Documentation
- Mechanical engineering knowledge
- LCD, LED, and OLED display
- FEA and failure analysis
- Staff Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- FMEA
- Production line control
- Hydraulic and pneumatic design
- Microprocessor-based mechanical systems
- Design reviews
- Component functions and testing requirements
- Photoshop
- AutoCAD proficient
- Energy management and control systems
- HVAC system design
- Test instrumentation
- RF materials knowledge
- Thermodynamics
- Metallurgy
- Systems architecture
- Cable design
- CATIA V5
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Beginner (A1)
German
Beginner (A1)
Certification
- Master of Science (Engineering) in Energy and Power Systems Certification.
- High National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Plant Option) Certification.
- Introduction to cybersecurity tools and cyber attacks. Verify: https://coursera.org/verify/53JZ5H76XLUY
- Technical Support Fundamentals. Verify : https://coursera.org/verify/EXCXLSMRQ9SP
- IT Project Management. Verify: https://coursera.org/verify/EXCXLSMRQ9S
- Accounting and Finance for IT Management. Verify : https://coursera.org/verify/Y59VKPN9SAE2
- Leadership and Emotional Intelligence. Verify : https://coursera.org/verify/6ARG9SFX87KS
Reference
Available On Request
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Wates Group
10.2022
Mechanical Engineer
Fomac Construction
07.2021 - 01.2022
Senior Application Engineer
Ecobank Headquarters
12.2019 - 12.2020
Mechanical Design Engineer
JTech Metals Construction
08.2019 - 11.2019
Engineering Intern
Volta River Authority
02.2019 - 07.2019
Masters Degree In Engineering - Energy & Power System
University of Liverpool
Higher National Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Accra Technical University
West African Examination - Metallurgical Engineering
Suhum Senior High Secondary School
Basic Education Certification - Visual Art
Achimota Basic School