About the position
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Research Engineer in the Pyrometallurgy Division. The successful candidate is to conduct cutting edge applied research in the design, development and demonstration of fit for purpose pyrometallurgical processes and technologies. The role requires a strong understanding of pyrometallurgy fundamentals, with particular emphasis on leveraging knowledge of thermochemical simulations, phase equilibria, reaction kinetics, and engineering design to deliver complex pilot scale research and technology demonstration projects. Contributing to human capital development and willingness to work towards a common purpose with a strong sense of equity and inclusion are non-negotiable attributes of the role.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes.
- Experience with designing and operating electric arc furnaces at pilot-scale, coupled with the ability to identify opportunities for further fundamental research from inconclusive or unclear phenomenon typically observed in pilot scale research projects.
- Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical simulation software tools such as PyroSim and FactSage is an added advantage.
- Proven experience with coding in C and Python is an added advantage.
- Proven experience in mechanical design packages such as FUSION360 or FreeCAD is an added advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to develop experimental techniques, models and prototypes.
- Demonstrable experienced in executing complex technical projects, particularly from concept to higher technology readiness levels.
- Strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed journals is an added advantage.
- Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems is non-negotiable
- Knowledge of technology transfer, commercialisation and product development is highly advantageous.
- Demonstrated ability to attract investment or R&D funding is highly advantageous.
Desired Experience & Qualification
Qualification and Experience Requirements
- Minimum 2 years' experience in pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
- Minimum BEng/BSc (Honors) in Engineering (Metallurgical/ Chemical / Process/ Mechanical/Electrical) or equivalent, with a strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development.
- Ideally, a MEng/ MSc in Engineering (Chemical/ Metallurgical/ Process/ Mechanical/ Electrical), or equivalent, with a strong focus in pyrometallurgy research, design and technology development.
- Postdoctoral research experience, with strong emphasis on pyrometallurgy research and technology development, is highly advantageous.
- Professional recognition and registration are an added advantage.
