Mintek is seeking an individual who is experienced in the field of advanced process control systems and/or modelling to conduct research into advanced control systems and optimisation strategies for minerals processing and metallurgical plants. This individual will contribute to the development of world-leading advanced process control solutions that are deployed in the industry, both in South Africa and globally.

•        Conduct research into advanced process control solutions, including modelling complex processes.
•        Identify opportunities for technology development and commercialization;
•        Play a leading role in minor and support role in major research projects and the development of products from that research;
•        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 and play a support role 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;
•        Conceptualise, design, execute, analyse and troubleshoot with minimal oversight;
•        Keep up-to-date at a professional level with technology and business developments that are relevant to the division’s interests

·        Engineer: B.Eng. Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical, or B.Sc Honours in an applicable field, e.g. physics or applied mathematics. Candidates must be willing to study further towards an M.Eng/M.Sc and PhD in a field aligned with Mintek’s research. An M.Sc or PhD in a field related to this post is preferred.

·        Must be familiar with MATLAB or Python (prototyping of algorithms)

·        2 years vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hon/BEng).

·        The following skills/knowledge will be advantageous:

 

·        Communication and presentation skills (expected to produce journal articles and conference papers)

·        Numerical and quantitative skills

·        Self-driven

·        People skills

·        Ability to multi task

·        Ability to get things done

·        Ability to lead by example

·        Advanced Process Control

·        Process Modelling

 

 

The above-mentioned vacancy is also available on the Mintek website at www.mintek.co.za