Scientist / Engineer: Fuel Cell MEA Manufacturing R&D
Listing reference: minte_000360
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 26 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Mining & Quarrying
Job category: RandD, Science and Scientific Research
Location: Johannesburg Metropolitan
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Scientist / Engineer to develop fuel cell MEAs for high volume
production. The incumbent will form part of a team developing fuel cell MEAs which will lead to product
development and manufacturing activities at Mintek. Experience in fuel cell &/electrolyser catalyst and MEA is
required. Knowledge of electrochemistry, electrochemical processes technology, precious metals heterogeneous
catalysis, or electro/catalyst preparation will be an advantage.
Job description
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
- Contribute as part of a team to the develop methods for MEA preparation through roll-to-roll coating
- Undertake research to develop new ink formulations for high volume MEA production
- Conduct MEA and stack performance testing
- Undertake pilot production of certain MEA and fuel cell &/electrolyser catalysts products
- Ensure that projects are executed on time and within budget
- Ensure that SHEQ procedures are strictly adhered to and that project work is executed with maximum
overall technical efficiency - Actively participate in the training, guidance and motivation of junior staff. Participate in team debates
and technical decisions - Produce professional reports, papers and presentations at local and international conferences
- Identify opportunities for technology development and commercialisation
- Keep up-to-date at a professional level with technology and business developments that are relevant to
the division’s interests - Demonstrate through behaviour the values and vision of Mintek
Minimum requirements
JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in knowledge and understanding of PEMFC &/PEMWE electrocatalyst and
MEA development, preparation, fabrication, characterisation and testing methodologies - Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems
- Must be computer literate
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
- Be able to work in a team
- Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills
- Attention to detail, ability to follow up and take initiative
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum: MSc/MEng. In Chemistry/Chemical engineering or relevant
- Ideally, a PhD in Chemistry/Chemical engineering or relevant