Scientist / Engineer: Fuel Cell MEA Manufacturing R&D
Listing reference: minte_000398
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 16 February 2026
Position summary
Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: Chemistry, Physics and Biology
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
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
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum: MSc/MEng. In Chemistry/Chemical engineering or relevant.
- Ideally, a PhD in Chemistry/Chemical engineering or relevant.
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.