Tinashe Erwin

Aeronautical Engineer & Technology Consultant

Johannesburg-based AI, data engineering and automation consultant building AWS-native pipelines, intelligent digital twins and human-centred products.

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About Me

I'm an aeronautical engineer and technologist focused on building practical solutions with AI and data engineering. I work on tech pipelines, AI integrations, and applying machine learning to real-world problems—from sports analytics to financial compliance.

Currently exploring digital twin engineering and robotics, working on projects that combine spatial mapping with sensor fusion. I enjoy tackling complex technical problems and turning them into working systems.

Why Work With Me?

End-to-End Execution

From concept to production—I design, build, and deploy complete solutions. No handoffs, no ambiguity, just working systems that deliver measurable results.

Cross-Domain Problem Solver

My unique blend of aeronautical engineering, data engineering, AI/ML, and robotics allows me to tackle complex challenges others can't—combining first principles thinking with cutting-edge tech.

Business-Focused Technologist

I don't just build cool tech—I deliver solutions that drive ROI, reduce costs, and unlock new revenue streams. Every line of code serves your business objectives.

Proven Leadership & Collaboration

I've led teams, mentored engineers, and worked seamlessly with stakeholders from C-suite to dev teams. I communicate complex ideas clearly and build consensus.

Remote-First & Time Zone Flexible

Based in South Africa but working globally—I'm experienced in asynchronous collaboration, clear documentation, and delivering across distributed teams.

Innovation & Continuous Learning

I stay ahead of the curve—LLMs, digital twins, advanced analytics. I bring fresh perspectives and emerging tech to solve today's problems and prepare for tomorrow's.

Remote-First Engineer

Open to global collaborations and remote projects.

Digital Twin Engineering

Exploring modular frameworks for industrial robotics, combining spatial mapping, sensor fusion, and autonomous navigation.

Projects & Partnerships

Ready to co-create AI assistants, data platforms and automation roadmaps that accelerate organisational intelligence.

Availability Snapshot

  • Available for remote & hybrid engagements across time zones
  • Focused on data engineering, AI, automation, and AWS pipeline design
  • Open to consulting, fractional leadership, and project-based delivery

Let’s explore how cutting-edge automation, LLMs, and digital twins can elevate your organisation. Schedule a strategy session or send a quick note.

Core Technology Stack

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Data Engineering 5+ years Engineering Design 7+ years Python 15+ years C++ 5+ years AWS 3+ years Google Cloud 2+ years AI/ML 5+ years LLMs/NLP 2+ years SQL/PostgreSQL 5+ years NoSQL/MongoDB 3+ years Robotics/ROS 7+ years MATLAB/Simulink 8+ years CAD/CAE 7+ years Data Analytics 5+ years

Ideal Roles & Engagements

Data Engineering & Cloud Architecture

AWS Solution Architect · ETL Pipeline Design · PySpark · Real-time Data Systems

AI/ML Engineering & LLM Applications

Conversational AI · NLP/NLU · Model Training · AI-Powered Automation

Robotics & Digital Twin Development

Control Systems · ROS · Embedded Systems · Sensor Fusion · Simulation

Full-Stack Engineering & Innovation

Complex Problem Solving · System Design · Technical Leadership · R&D

Technical Toolkit & Specializations

Core Expertise

Data Engineering at Scale

PySpark, AWS (Glue/EMR/S3), Kafka, PostgreSQL, ETL orchestration

AI & LLM Integration

LLMs, conversational AI, RAG systems, guardrails, NLP

Cloud Architecture

AWS solutions, serverless design, infrastructure-as-code, DevOps

Robotics & Digital Twins

ROS, sensor fusion, autonomous systems, control theory, SLAM

Tech Stack

Languages
Python C++ JavaScript C
Data & Cloud
AWS PySpark PostgreSQL
AI/ML
TensorFlow PyTorch scikit-learn
Web & DevOps
React Node.js Docker Git
Engineering
MATLAB Simulink ANSYS (FLUENT, FEM) Fusion 360 Autodesk Inventor

Domain Knowledge

Financial Services

KYC compliance, risk modeling, trade compliance, regulatory frameworks,accoutning automation

Sports Analytics

Predictive models, real-time data pipelines, performance metrics

Digital Engineering

CAD/CAE workflows, FEM/CFD, aerospace design, simulation

Automation & Robotics

Autonomous systems, mechatronics, underground mining applications

Experience