Tinashe Gurure
Gweru
Summary
Dynamic Electrical and Instrumentation Engineer with hands-on experience at Zulu Lithium Mine, excelling in PLC programming and SCADA development. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems and enhance operational efficiency. Strong communicator and collaborator, dedicated to safety compliance and delivering high-quality technical documentation. Committed to driving innovation in industrial automation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical and Instrumantation Graduate Engineer
Zulu Lithium Mine - Premier African Minerals
Insiza
06.2025 - Current
- Developed and optimized Delta PLC programming for process automation and machine control.
- Configured DiaView SCADA systems, including HMI interfaces and alarm systems for operational visibility.
- Wired and commissioned PLC panels, ensuring compliance with IEC and SANS industry standards.
- Generated precise wiring diagrams and layouts using EPLAN P8 to support design and maintenance.
- Diagnosed faults in control systems and instrumentation, minimizing equipment downtime.
- Designed electrical and instrumentation systems for plant installations, focusing on cable sizing and load balancing.
- Troubleshoot TOMRA XRT sorters to maintain optimal performance in mineral processing applications.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on project planning and integration of new plant equipment.
Control and Instrumentation Engineering Intern
Mimosa Mining Company
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Analyzing and evaluating engineering problems and predictions of results.
- Documentation of results of various assigned tasks and reporting to the supervisor.
- Assisting in equipment repair and maintenance around the Plant Department.
- Assisting in PLC program management and debugging using the Rockwell Automation system.
- HMI and SCADA systems programming assistance.
- Performing supervised scheduled maintenance tasks, including calibration of conveyor belts and sensors within the plant and underground with the guidance of standard safety procedures and mine safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Honors Degree - Electronic Engineering
National University of Science and Technology
Skills
- PLC programming and debugging
- SCADA and HMI development
- Electrical system design
- EPLAN P8 Electrical and Pro Panel
- Fault finding and troubleshooting
- Industrial automation knowledge
- Instrumentation calibration and testing
- Safety compliance standards
- SCADA integration for commissioning
- Technical documentation creation
- Software development experience
- 3D design proficiency
- Communication and collaboration skills
- Attention to detail and analysis
- Time management and prioritization
- Teamwork and an independent work ethic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Electrical and Instrumantation Graduate Engineer
Zulu Lithium Mine - Premier African Minerals
06.2025 - Current
Control and Instrumentation Engineering Intern
Mimosa Mining Company
10.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Engineering Honors Degree - Electronic Engineering
National University of Science and Technology
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