Senior Engineer (Internally) - Re-Advert Listing reference: minte_000251
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 9 July 2024
Position Summary Industry: Scientific, Research & Development
Job category: Research and Development
Location: Randburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction Mintek has an exciting career opportunity for a Senior Engineer position. The successful candidate will be based full-time in the Bioprocessing Group in the Biometallurgy Division and will be expected to provide engineering inputs to and perform research in the areas of:
Bioleaching of precious and base metal resourcesTreatment of mine effluents and solid wastesKey Performance Indicators The candidate should be aware of trends in the relevant field and be able to formulate ideas relating to technical projects, frame and develop research questions, design experiments, identify problems, and evaluate and implement solutions.
The candidate will play a leading role in the execution of work as a chief investigator of projects within the division/group.
Operational Responsibilities: Establish specifications, improve workflows, and introduce operating procedures at the project level.Prepare proposals under direct/limited supervision to client satisfaction.Design, operate, and oversee discipline-specific experimental work as required by proposals and ensure compliance with procedures, quality control, and continual improvement.Collect and interpret data at both quantitative and qualitative levels using discipline-specific standard methodologies and procedures, including the preparation of analytical and descriptive narratives.Plan and manage projects to ensure efficient use of time, equipment, and facilities, including coordination with others.Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, promote continual improvement in the workplace, and adhere to all SHEQ requirements.Ensure that the project team understands and adheres to all SHEQ requirements.As a Principal Investigator, responsible for the assessment and management of all risks at a project level.May be responsible for equipment/facilities.Research and Development Responsibilities: Prepare proposals under direct/limited supervision, including Open Call proposals.Perform routine scientific and engineering research using standard methods, procedures, and equipment. Act as a principal investigator on such projects.Perform complex scientific and engineering research under supervision.Contribute to IP development.Minimum Requirements: Min: MEng or MSc(Eng), preceded by BSc(Eng) or BEng.
At least 3 – 5 years vocational experience following first graduation in Biometallurgy, processing of minerals, or knowledge-based organizations.
Exposure to and understanding of bioprocesses, especially bioleaching.
Exposure to and understanding of mine water and waste challenges, treatment, and value recovery.
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