X2 Senior Engineer - (4IR)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
· Conduct research into machine learning and computational modelling applications in the mining industry;
· Ensure that projects are executed on time and within budget;
· Play a leading role in research projects and the development of products from that research;
· Act as a Principal Investigator on research projects.
· Actively participate in the training, guidance and motivation of junior staff. Participate in team debates and technical decisions;
· Produce professional reports, journal articles, papers and presentations at local and international conferences;
· Conceptualise, design, execute, analyse and troubleshoot independently;
· Maintain and extend existing software products, as well as develop new software products (C /C#/VB.NET)
· Ensure that SHEQ procedures are strictly adhered to and that project work is executed with maximum overall technical efficiency;
· Identify opportunities for technology development and commercialisation; and
· Keep up-to-date at a professional level with technology and business developments that are relevant to the division’s interests.
Minimum requirements
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- The following skills are required for this role:
- Machine learning (supervised and unsupervised machine learning)
- Computer Science or Applied Mathematics M.Sc, or Engineering with Computer Science background M.Sc (must have demonstrated the ability to tackle programming challenges in machine learning)
- Academic writing, ability to present (evidenced by publication record)
- English-speaking
- Python programming language experience
- Suitable candidates must possess at least an M.Sc and be willing to study further in a field aligned with Mintek’s research. A PhD in a machine learning or computational modelling field is preferred.
- 3-5 years relevant vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hon/BEng).
- C , C# or VB.NET experience a bonus
- Control systems, process modelling, reinforcement learning or a strong statistical background is a bonus.
COMPETENCIES:
· Communication and presentation skills
· Numerical and quantitative skills
· Self-driven
· People skills
· Ability to multi-task
· Ability to get things done
· Ability to lead by example
· Computational Modelling
· Machine Learning
SALARY PACKAGE: negotiable CLOSING DATE: 27 March 2025
The above-mentioned vacancy is also available on the Mintek website at www.mintek.co.za
Should you not hear from us within one (1) month of the closing date, consider your application to be unsuccessful.
Mintek is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, whose aim is to promote representivity in all levels of occupational catefories.