Chief Engineer: Pyrometallurgy - Randburg - Mintek Pty Ltd.

    Mintek Pty Ltd.
    Mintek Pty Ltd. Randburg

    6 days ago

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    Job Title: Chief Engineer

    About the Role

    Mintek is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Engineer to lead our Pyrometallurgy Division in conducting cutting-edge industrial and applied research.

    The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, specialist support, and contribute to human capital development, reporting to the Head of Technology Demonstration.

    This is an exciting opportunity for a talented professional to drive high-impact RDI programmes, commercial projects, and technology transfer, while promoting equity and inclusion within the organisation.


    Main Responsibilities

    • Perform the total scope of work in the Division, including business development, fundamental and applied research, technology transfer, and commercialisation.
    • Provide strategic leadership in driving high-impact RDI programmes, commercial projects, contract research, and funding strategies.
    • Provide expert leadership in formulating and executing disciplinary and multi-disciplinary assignments that require integration of specialist knowledge and skills.
    • Actively participate in international funding proposals to attract funding for world-class RDI infrastructure, research programmes, and human capital capacity.
    • Provide full administrative support to the Division, including managing tender processes for CAPEX and large-scale infrastructure projects.
    • Contribute to human capital development through postgraduate supervision and building collaborations and partnerships.
    • Provide disciplinary and multi-disciplinary assessment and guidance on strategic, governance, and operational risks affecting the Division.

    Requirements

    • A minimum 10 years' experience in pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
    • A strong understanding of pyrometallurgy and engineering design fundamentals.
    • Demonstrable experience with designing and operating electric arc furnaces.
    • Demonstrable experience in managing complex technical projects from concept to market.
    • A strong understanding of the global metals, minerals, and energy industry.
    • Experience in designing pyrometallurgical processes using thermochemical software tools.
    • Experience with coding in C and Python is an added advantage.
    • Knowledge of technology development, technology transfer, IP management, and commercialisation.
    • A strong portfolio of publications in peer-reviewed ISI-rated journals.
    • Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems.
    • Demonstrated ability to attract investment or RDI funding.

    Qualifications

    • A minimum PhD in Metallurgical/Chemical/Process Engineering, or equivalent, with a strong focus on pyrometallurgy research and/or technology development.
    • Professional registration is an added advantage.
    • Experience with postgraduate supervision is an added advantage.

    Competencies

    • A team player with a passion for research, technology development, and technology transfer.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills.
    • Ability to work in a stressful and demanding environment.
    • Willingness to travel locally and internationally.
    • Ability to independently engage with industry leaders, operators, and high-level international stakeholders.
    • Excellent writing and presentation skills.

    Language: English

    Location: Randburg

    Contract: Permanent

    Remuneration: Market Related

    EE position: Yes



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