Open Positions at Mintek

Job description

• 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; and,
• 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

• Minimum: MSc/MEng. (Chemistry or Chemical engineering)
• Minimum 2-3years’ experience in knowledge and understanding of PEMFC &/PEMWE electrocatalyst and MEA development, preparation, fabrication, characterisation and testing methodologies
• Must be computer literate
• Be able to work in a team
• Excellent communication, presentation and organisational skills
•  Attention to detail, ability to follow up and take initiative

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KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Social Media Visuals:

• Design eye-catching content (graphics, animations, videos) for MINTEK's social media platforms.
• Keep current on social media trends to optimize audience engagement.

Presentation Design:

• Create visually engaging presentations for conferences, workshops, and internal meetings.
• Translate complex data into clear and accessible visuals.

Publication Design:

• Design layouts for brochures, reports, infographics, and other publications.
• Follow MINTEK's brand guidelines for consistency.

Corporate Publications:

• Contribute to the creation of annual reports, marketing materials, and other key publications.
• Maintain and organize design assets for efficient workflow.

Web and Mobile Design:

• Design user interfaces (UI) and user experiences (UX) for websites and mobile apps.
• Create wireframes, mockups, and prototypes.
• Ensure designs are responsive across devices.

Design Research:

• Research design trends, competitor activities, and target audience preferences.
• Stay updated on new technologies and design tools.

Minimum requirements

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic design or relevant field
• Present a portfolio of your own original work
• At least 1 - 2 years’ experience in related field
• Ideal: exposure in working within a marketing/advertising agency environment
• Basic web design ability (HTML5, CSS3) – programme of choice: Adobe Dreamweaver CS6 and 
  WordPress
• Ability to work on PC or MAC operating system
• Ability to create original design work for a number of various projects
• Advanced use of all design related programs in Apple MAC i.e. Photoshop, Illustrator, In design
• Good understanding of Microsoft office software Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc

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Job description

Projects (Without supervision)

• With the help of engineering theory and process flow knowledge, the Technician is:
• Responsible for the planning and alignment of designs into business strategies and objectives, and with industry best practices, ensuring effective cost management, adherence    to safety regulations and effective client service.
• Prepare scope of work, specifications, bill of quantities and tender documents according to client needs & specifications, and continuous liaising with the client thereon.
• Responsible for continuous improvements in designs ensuring optimal and cost efficient implementation.
• Responsible to coordinate and implement design initiatives upon completion of project scoping, tendering and contract preparation with the client.
• Responsible to compile all information necessary for the manufacturing and software engineering phases of the project (detailed data pack).
• Project costing.
• Participate in tender drafting and evaluation meetings.
• Project bidding participation.
• Budget control measures for projects.
• Contract negotiation skills.
• Maintenance (Corrective, Preventative and breakdown)(Without supervision)
• You will be responsible for PLC wiring, PLC programming, PLC input and output tagging, SCADA development and fault finding.

Performing calibration and installation of various instruments:

•  Temperature instruments
•  Flow instruments
•  Level instruments
•  Radiation instruments
• Perform corrective maintenance on instruments and repair any irregularities on allocated machines.

Perform preventative maintenance and repair on process controllers (PLCs, microcontrollers, DCSs, etc.) and instruments

•  Maintenance as recommended by manufacturer
•  Calibrating the instruments to make sure they work properly
•  Software maintenance for all process controllers
• Perform all kinds of maintenance work and report back to the supervisor on completion
• Reassemble instruments and replace instruments in system, using hand tools

Assist junior technicians and instrument mechanics in technical problem solving

• Applying engineering theory in problem solving
• Applying process flow knowledge in troubleshooting
• Take over problem solving from junior personnel

Budget control measures for project and maintenance activities

• Working within stipulated budget
•  Allocating resources to tasks cost effectively
•  Determining the budget required for projects and maintenance tasks
• Cost control during task execution

Tests the accuracy of various instruments used to meet business objectives such as:

• flow meters
•  pressure gauges
•  temperature indicators
• controllers
• radiation counters or detectors
• other recording, indicating or controlling instruments to locate defective components in system

Training and Others (Without supervision)

•      Mentoring junior technicians
•      Mentoring Instrument mechanics
•      Acting in the position of the supervisor on request
•      Potential hazard identification and risk assessments before commencing work at hand
•      Enforce ISO 9001,14001,17025 and 18001 among subordinates
•      Quality and environmental issues report back to the supervisor
•      Performing breakdown work on call Reporting back breakdown work on completion

Minimum requirements

EDUCATION:

• Minimum:  National Diploma or a Higher National Diploma. Electrical / Instrumentation/Mechatronics

EXPERIENCE:

• A minimum of 3 - 5 years post-apprenticeship experience with knowledge of various instruments (temperature, pressure, flow, level, vibration, radiation, etc.) .This should cater for but not limited to these attributes:
•  Installations
•  Operations
•  Maintenance
•  Calibration

Extensive knowledge of PLC Systems, DCSs and SCADA networks. This should include but not limited to:

•  Installations
•  Operation
•  Maintenance
•  Input/output tagging for PLCs and DCSs
•  Analogue and digital circuitry wiring for PLCs and DCSs
•  Programming of PLCs and DCSs
•  Computer networking fundamentals
•  Knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol
•  Knowledge of the OSI model
•  Familiar with industrial Ethernet networks

Knowledge of AC/DC drives. This includes but not limited to:

• Knowing principles of power electronics
• Knowledge of electrical machines like motors
• Sizing a AC/DC drive
• Wiring the circuits associated with AC/DC drives
• Programming AC/DC drives
•  Maintenance on AC/DC drives
• Experience on installation, commissioning and maintaining of instruments, PLC Systems, DCSs, SCADA networks and AC/DC drives.
• Ability to calibrate all measurement and control systems.