Sheunesu Richard Chiwa
About Sheunesu Richard Chiwa
Sheunesu Richard Chiwa is a Program Development Leader at Faurecia in Pretoria, South Africa, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive experience in product development and engineering, having previously held positions at Nissan Motor Corporation and Renault-Nissan Alliance.
Work at Faurecia
Sheunesu Richard Chiwa has been serving as a Program Development Leader at Faurecia since 2019. In this role, he leads the design and development of new automotive interior products. His responsibilities include ensuring that product development aligns with planning, processes, quality, and cost targets. Chiwa provides technical expertise to guarantee product design feasibility and robustness from the early conception phase through to full series manufacturing. His work is critical in ensuring compliance with customer specifications, legislative requirements, and governance throughout the product development process.
Previous Experience at Nissan Motor Corporation
Before joining Faurecia, Chiwa worked at Nissan Motor Corporation in various engineering roles. He served as a Product Development Engineer from 2013 to 2016, where he focused on product design and development. Prior to that, he was a Manufacturing Process Engineer for a year in 2012. He later advanced to the position of Senior Product Development Engineer from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, he worked as a Senior OE Procurement Officer at Renault-Nissan Alliance for 11 months in 2016 to 2017. His diverse experience at Nissan contributed to his expertise in automotive engineering.
Education and Expertise
Sheunesu Richard Chiwa holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of the Witwatersrand, which he completed from 2016 to 2018. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management from the Management College of South Africa between 2015 and 2016. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Zimbabwe, obtained from 2004 to 2008. Additionally, he achieved a Government Certificate of Competency in Mechanical Factories & Works from the Department of Labor in 2016 to 2017.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
Chiwa provides technical expertise that ensures product design feasibility and robustness throughout the development process. His role involves leading teams to align product development with quality standards and cost targets. He ensures compliance with customer specifications and legislative requirements, which is essential in the automotive industry. His background in mechanical engineering and project management supports his ability to oversee complex projects and deliver results that meet industry standards.