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Education
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Kudakwashe Nyamuchiwa

Summary

Self-driven candidate with in-depth knowledge of material processing and characterization. A passionate researcher and dependable team player dedicated to advancing scientific understanding and contributing to collaborative projects.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Materials/Process Engineer Intern

Voestalpine Additive Manufacturing Centre
09.2022 - 12.2022
    • Validated over 10 client projects before dispatch.
    • Analyzed microscopic samples to determine metal specifications such as structure and erosion.
    • Documented physical and chemical properties of materials before, during and after completing standardized tests.
    • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
    • Performed 3 research development projects.
    • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
    • Presented completed projects as well as projects in progress to stakeholders.

Lecturer, Metallurgical Engineering

University Of Zimbabwe
12.2018 - 04.2021
  • Mentored and advised 60+ students, guiding them in career exploration and skill enhancement.
  • Contributed to 4 research projects to enhance institutional research initiatives.
  • Tailored learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
  • Liaised with industry to develop curricula aligned with industrial needs.
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive curriculum encompassing both theoretical and practical elements.
  • Led and participated in committee meetings to stay abreast of subject developments.

Teaching Assistant

University Of Zimbabwe
09.2015 - 09.2016
  • Collaborated with teaching professors to plan and implement lessons in alignment with the university's curriculum, goals, and objectives for a Materials Engineering course.
  • Provided individual and small-group tutoring to reinforce learning concepts for students facing challenges.
  • Supported classroom activities, laboratory work, and whole-class tutoring.
  • Assisted professors with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment.

Metallurgist Intern

Mimosa Mining Company
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions improving recoveries to above 75%.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Demonstrated high levels of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.

Metallurgist Intern

Marange Diamonds
09.2012 - 06.2014
  • Contributed to over 5 team projects and developed relevant solutions.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Prepared and filed documents and collected data to track performance and efficiency.

Education

Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
06.2024

Diploma in University Teaching - Centre For Enhanced Teaching And Learning

University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB
10.2022

Master of Science - Material Science And Engineering

Egypt Japan University of Science And Technology
Alexandria, Egypt
10.2018

Bachelor of Science - Metallurgical Engineering

University of Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe
09.2015

Skills

  • Materials characterization
  • Research and Development
  • Critical Thinking
  • Creativity
  • Data analysis
  • Reliability

Accomplishments


  • Finished my PhD program a year in advance.
  • Published over 8 scientific works between 2021-2024.
  • Campaign manager for the Intimate Partner Violence graduate student committee (2023).
  • Volunteer for Cube Sat satellite launch program (2023).
  • Volunteer for PROLASA NPO (2018-to date).
  • New Brunswick Innovation Award (2021).
  • Former President of the International student body at EJUST (2010-2020).
  • Voluntary instructor for a Pathfinders teenage club (2010-2020).


Affiliations

  • MITACS Fellow
  • Canadian Society for Mechanical Engineers (CSME)
  • Canada Institute for Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM)
  • Zimbabwe Institute for Engineers
  • Southern African Institute of Mining and Metallurgy

Hobbies

Hiking

Guitar playing

References

[Upon request]

Timeline

Materials/Process Engineer Intern

Voestalpine Additive Manufacturing Centre
09.2022 - 12.2022

Lecturer, Metallurgical Engineering

University Of Zimbabwe
12.2018 - 04.2021

Teaching Assistant

University Of Zimbabwe
09.2015 - 09.2016

Metallurgist Intern

Mimosa Mining Company
06.2014 - 06.2015

Metallurgist Intern

Marange Diamonds
09.2012 - 06.2014

Ph.D. - Mechanical Engineering

University of New Brunswick

Diploma in University Teaching - Centre For Enhanced Teaching And Learning

University of New Brunswick

Master of Science - Material Science And Engineering

Egypt Japan University of Science And Technology

Bachelor of Science - Metallurgical Engineering

University of Zimbabwe
Kudakwashe Nyamuchiwa