Scientist
Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd in Potchefstroom
Ref.-Nr.: ZA00804
Schedule type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent Position
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Design and Development of new products.
- Development of new simulation and/or prediction codes, programs and software.
- Analysis of requirements and preparation of proposals and specifications for technical solutions.
- Development of technical information for both internal and external use.
- Conducts investigations, identifying root causes and the development of preventative and corrective actions.
- Designing within PD and co-ordinating specific design & development projects for new products and on-going developments.
- Manages product Data Packs / Master Record Indexes.
- Aids with the manufacture of prototypes and pilot batches.
- Manage project deliverables and co-ordinate development projects between Product Development, Quality, Process Engineering and Production.
- Provides inputs to the development of project plans in terms of technical path and budgeting.
- Generation of proposals for product improvements and new developments.
- Engineering management.
- Preparation of product/project presentations for internal and external customers.
- Assist in the preparation of technical literature such a brochures and specifications.
- Aid in tender and contractual compliance verifications.
- Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Engineering/Chemistry or equivalent
- MEng/ MSc in Engineering/Chemistry would be advantageous.
- At least 3 years’ experience in design and development within a high-tech industry
- An advanced level of computer literacy is essential, i.e. design and data analysis.
- Good interpersonal skills and coordinating capability.
- Clear security screening record.
- Good verbal and written communication.
- Good interpersonal skills and coordinating capability.
- Good planning and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated and independent.
- Computer literate (MS Packages).