Senior Engineer/Scientist: Measurement and control (Instruments)
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
o Assist Research Group Leader/Head of Research to make technical decisions having an impact on the research direction and outcomes within the division.
o Ensure that the products the division delivers appeal to a wide range of operations, which shields the discipline from the cyclical nature of the mining industry.
o Ensure that the documentation of work and procedures is done and produce advanced professional level reports and publications.
o Able to demonstrate eager to innovation, strategic thinking and to drive both operational efficiency and groundbreaking solutions.
o Transform opportunities into proposals for funded research with in conjunction with other Research Leaders.
o Ensure that SHEQ procedures are followed and project work is executed to produce valid conclusions and with maximum overall efficiency -technically and financially.
o Prepare reports, presentations and publications at the level of an experienced professional.
o Lead, guide, mentor and train junior staff.
Minimum requirements
· Experience in working on the following MCD related products:
o Advanced Process Control (APC)
o Carbon Concentration Meter (C2 Meter)
o Cynoprobe Cyanide Analysis
o FurnStar Furnace Control
o Software Competitor Analysis – PLC & DCS
o Software – StarCS
· Strong ability to drive MCD R&D projects towards new commercial offerings.
· Commercialisation of products at advanced TRL levels.
· Experience in attracting research funding.
· Registration or eligibility for ECSA or SACNASP.
· Evidence of prototyping, commercialisation of products and accreditation of methods will be an advantage.
· Track record of research, supported by publications in peer-reviewed journals, patents, chapters
and books.
Minimum:
o MSc/MEng in a relevant Engineering or Scientific field relating to automation, sensing technology, and platform technology.
o PhD will be advantageous.
Experience:
o 3-5 years’ experience in research, knowledge-based organisations or relevant organisation
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
o Communication and presentation skills
o Numerical and quantitative skills
o Self-driven
o People skills
o Ability to multi-task
o Ability to get things done
Ability to lead by example