Senior Engineer (4IR): Measurement and Control at Mintek

Job Description


Conduct research into machine learning and computational modelling applications in the mining industry;
Ensure that projects are executed on time and within budget;
Play a leading role in research projects and the development of products from that research;
Act as a Principal Investigator on research projects.
Actively participate in the training, guidance and motivation of junior staff. Participate in team debates and technical decisions;
Produce professional reports, journal articles, papers and presentations at local and international conferences; Conceptualise, design, execute, analyse and troubleshoot independently;
Maintain and extend existing software products, as well as develop new software products(C /C#/VB.NET)
Ensure that SHEQ procedures are strictly adhered to and that project work is executed with maximum overall technical efficiency;
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.


Minimum requirements
The following skills are required for this role:


Machine learning (supervised and unsupervised machine learning)
Computer Science or Applied Mathematics M.Sc, or Engineering with Computer Science background M.Sc (must have demonstrated the ability to tackle programming challenges in machine learning)
Academic writing, ability to present (evidenced by publication record)
English-speaking
Python programming language experience
Suitable candidates must possess at least an M.Sc and be willing to study further in a field aligned with Mintek's research. A PhD in a machine learning or computational modelling field is an advantage.
3-5 years relevant vocational experience following first graduation (BSc Hon/BEng).
C , C# or VB.NET experience a bonus.
Control systems, process modelling, reinforcement learning or a strong statistical background is a bonus.