Marco Delport (M.Eng.)
About Marco Delport (M.Eng.)
Marco Delport is a Site and Test Engineer at OffWorld, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Master of Engineering degree and has experience in research and development, management, and engineering roles across various companies.
Work at OffWorld
Marco Delport has been employed at OffWorld as a Site and Test Engineer since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing site operations and conducting tests to ensure the functionality and reliability of engineering projects. His tenure at OffWorld has spanned four years, during which he has contributed to various initiatives within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Marco Delport holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from North-West University, which he completed from 2012 to 2016. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from the same institution, focusing his dissertation on 'Strength modelling of composite filament materials using Classical Laminate Theory'. Additionally, he has earned a SolidWorks Associate-Mechanical design certificate and holds an Occupational Health and Safety in the Workshop certificate.
Background
Marco Delport began his educational journey at The High School Wagpos, where he completed his high school education from 2007 to 2011. He then pursued further studies at Africa Skills Village, achieving an Apprenticeship in Fitting from 2008 to 2011. His professional experience includes roles as an Engineering Researcher at North West University Potchefstroom Campus and as a Manager at Mentis 3D, where he managed production processes.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role at OffWorld, Marco Delport worked at New Concept Mining as an R&D Engineer from 2018 to 2019. He also served as a Manager at Mentis 3D for ten months, where he managed the entire production facility and ensured the smooth operation of machines. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Bursar at Lonmin Platinum for three months in 2012.
Professional Development
Marco Delport is registered as a Candidate Engineer and is in the process of preparing for registration as a Professional Engineer. His commitment to professional development is evident through his continuous education and certifications, which enhance his expertise in the engineering field.