Scientist/Engineer: Fuel Cell Catalyst R&D

Scientist/Engineer: Fuel Cell Catalyst R&D

Position summary

Industry: Scientific, Research & Development

Job category: Chemical Engineering

Location: Randburg

Contract: Permanent

Remuneration: Market Related

EE position: No

Introduction

The incumbent will form part of a team developing PGM electrocatalysts for PEM fuel cell and electrolyser applications. Experience in heterogeneous catalysis, fuel cell &/or electrolyser electrocatalyst development will be a strong requirement. Knowledge of electrochemistry, electrochemical processes technology, precious metals heterogeneous catalysis, or electrocatalyst preparation will be an advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

• Develop electrocatalyst for PEM electrolyser &/or fuel cell applications.
• Conduct electrochemical & physicochemical analyses of electrocatalysts.
• Contribute to PEM electrocatalyst research within team.
• Collaborate closely with the Fuel Cell manufacturing team to undertake pilot production of certain MEA using HySA catalysts.
• Develop electrocatalysts with a view towards improving key performance and durability metrics.
• Evaluate MEAs within single cells and stacks via a number of industry standard protocols.
• Regularly prepare intellectual property declarations for submission to NIPMO.
• Strong technical report writing abilities.
• 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.
• 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.

JOB KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years’ experience in PEMFC &/PEMWE electrocatalyst, or 3 years’ experience in heterogeneous catalysis environment, involved in PGM-based electrocatalysts preparation, characterization, & application.
• Basic understanding and involvement in scale-up of heterogeneous catalysts.
• Knowledge or experience with SHEQ systems.
• Relevant publications in peer reviewed journals.
• Ability to form collaborations with other institutions (University, science councils etc).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum: MSc Chemistry or Chemical engineering.
• Ideally: PhD Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• 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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