Herman Marais

About Herman Marais

I am highly interested in future technology and products, I believe my strong problem-solving skills, as well as my data-driven and logical approach to challenges, makes me an invaluable member of a team pioneering into future tech. I thrive on analyzing each problem, improving processes and optimizing results.My background in project engineering and working with a very diverse team means that I am able to multi-task several priorities while engaging with different stakeholders. This allows me to get buy-in from all parties and ensure that objectives are met. My experience in working with clients and suppliers alike have given me first-hand experience from both sides of the table and in so doing have gained me valuable insight into meeting client expectations and satisfaction. It has also helped me build positive and productive relationships with suppliers leading to better service and value. My Core Knowledge and Skills - Management | Project Management | Engineering Design | Supplier Relations | Client Interface | Team Building | Data Analysis | Research and Development | Problem Solving | Natural LeaderPlease feel free to reach out to me at: h••••••••@gmail.com |(58••••••47

Experience

1. Snr Engineering Program Manager for Na Ssd

   Amazon

   Aug 2024 — Present · NJ, US

Education

• University of Johannesburg

  Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Mechanical Engineering

  2010 — 2014

• University of Rochester - Simon Business School

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2020 — 2022

• St Stithians Boys College

  Matric, General Highschool IEB

  2004 — 2008

• University of Cape Town

  Certificate, Project Management

  2017 — 2017

Skills

• Fluid Mechanics
• Social Media
• Finite Element Analysis
• Client Liaison
• Project Planning
• Cad
• Matlab
• Engineering Design
• Project Manangement
• Microsoft Word
• Research
• Product Design
• Supplier Negotiation
• Windows
• Microsoft Project
• Automotive
• Solidworks
• Project Management
• Customer Service
• C
• Microsoft Office
• Teamcenter
• Nx Unigraphics
• Engineering
• Procurement
• Teamwork
• Public Speaking
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Project Engineering
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Autocad
• English