Development Engineer – Modderfontein needed at AECI Limited

Job Description

• Lead the development of new technologies and engineering solutions for the mining industry
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies
• Oversee the prototyping and testing of new technologies to ensure functionality and reliability
• Collaborate with testing teams to validate and refine prototypes.
• Manage project related to new technology developments, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets
• Coordinating cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.
• Conduct research on cutting-edge technologies applicable to mining services
• Drive initiatives to enhance the organisation’s R&D capabilities
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, vendors and industry partners.
• Facilitate effective communications and collaborations to support technology development efforts
• Ensure seamless integration of new technologies into existing mining services operations
• Work with operational teams to implement and optimize technology solutions
• Establish quality standards for new technology
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Identify and assess risk associated with new technology developments.
• Implement risk mitigating strategies to ensure project success.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc, BCom or BEng in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a Mining and/or Development Engineering and technology environment.
• Professional Engineer(PE) License(Optional)
• Knowledge of AECI Mining Explosives products, equipment and services.
• Knowledge of mining conditions – extreme or standard.
• Working knowledge on SAP.
• Knowledge of the OHS Act, Explosives Act and the MHSA.
• Knowledge of mining explosives industry and products.
• Field experience in the use of relevant products and services (advantage).
• Product and service training facilitation ability.
• Customer relationship management ability.
• Financial acumen and data analysis ability.
• Development of marketing packs.
• Advanced MS Excel Knowledge.
• Project Management is advantageous