Kobus Van Tonder
About Kobus Van Tonder
Kobus Van Tonder is a Design Engineer at ThyssenKrupp in South Africa with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and project management.
Current Role at ThyssenKrupp
Kobus Van Tonder is currently a Design Engineer at ThyssenKrupp in South Africa. He has been with the company since July 2015, accumulating over 8 years of experience. In this role, he is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing engineering solutions to meet the company's project requirements.
Previous Position at DTE Project Management (Pty) Ltd
Prior to his current role, Kobus Van Tonder worked as a Mechanical Engineer at DTE Project Management (Pty) Ltd. He served in this capacity from 2011 to 2015, spending 4 years focusing on project management and various mechanical engineering tasks. His work involved planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects for the company.
Experience at Murray and Roberts Cementation
From 2007 to 2011, Kobus Van Tonder was employed as the Drawing Office Manager at Murray and Roberts Cementation. He oversaw the creation and management of technical drawings and project designs, ensuring that all engineering plans met the necessary standards and project specifications. His role was crucial in maintaining the quality and accuracy of project documentation.
Academic Role at University of Johannesburg
Kobus Van Tonder served as a Lecturer at the University of Johannesburg for 8 years, from 1999 to 2007. In this position, he contributed to the academic advancement of engineering students, helping to shape future professionals in the field. His responsibilities included teaching, curriculum development, and student mentoring.
Educational Background
Kobus Van Tonder obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Mechanical Engineering from Rand Afrikaans Universiteit, where he studied from 1991 to 1994. Earlier, he completed his Matric education at Welkom - Gimnasium, attending from 1985 to 1989.