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Braham Laubscher

Braham Laubscher

Mechanical Project Engineer
📍 Cape Town, South Africa · (0) · Member since July 2026
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Experienced Mechanical Project Engineer | Freelance Services

With over a decade of international experience in South Africa, New Zealand, and the Netherlands, I specialize in delivering engineering solutions that bridge technical design and hands-on execution. My expertise spans project management, mechanical design, manufacturing processes, water & wastewater treatment, procurement, and site operations.

I bring proven success in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing processes, and delivering projects valued up to €8 million under high-pressure environments. Skilled in risk assessment, cost estimation, stakeholder alignment, and sustainable engineering practices, I ensure projects are completed efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.


Key strengths include:

Project Engineering & Management – from planning to execution
Mechanical Design & Analysis – CAD, FEA, hydraulic & structural calculations
Water Treatment Expertise – drinking water, wastewater, and industrial effluent systems
Operations Leadership – site maintenance, team training, and process optimization
Procurement & Supplier Management – ensuring cost-effective, timely delivery
Manufacturing - Laser cutting & Bending, Welding, Milling, Lathe, Other Workshop Processes
Health & Safety Compliance – certified across SA, NZ, EU, and UK standards

I offer flexible freelance support for engineering projects, technical consulting, and operational improvements—helping businesses achieve efficiency, reliability, and growth.
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Offered services

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Background

Project Engineer
PWNT · 01/02/2023 – 12/12/2024
Collaborated with international project teams to deliver projects valued at €7–8 million, participating in various
activities from initial planning through to the installation and testing phases.

Led a team of 5–8 operators in the installation and testing of ceramic filtration membranes, consistently completing
loading sessions 1–5 days ahead of schedule with zero safety incidents and meeting expected quality standards.

Took ownership of the engineering for the design, manufacture, and installation of high-value components (€50K–
€100K) in PWNT’s proprietary filtration technology.

Supported the lead project manager in onboarding a new supplier and implementing quality management
requirements for a project-critical component of PWNT’s Cera-Mac system.

Mentored junior engineers in 3D modelling, finite element analysis, and manufacturing process design.
BTech: Mech Engineering
Cape Peninsula University of Technology · 2017 – 2018
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
🇬🇧English
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Working hours

Monday
From08h00To18h00
Tuesday
From08h00To18h00
Wednesday
From08h00To18h00
Thursday
From08h00To18h00
Friday
From08h00To18h00
Saturday
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Sunday â–ª Today
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