Senior Chemical Engineer
Rheinmetall Denel Munition (RF) (Pty) Ltd in Somerset West Cape Town
Ref. no.: ZA00557
Schedule type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent Position
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Develop propellant, explosive and pyrotechnic energetic materials and peripheral technologies for munition sub-systems within quality, schedule and cost constraints and according to the Military Acquisition Process.
- Direct and control activities between the pilot/production plants, laboratories and test facilities.
- Compile (design) the Data Packs (for Qualification and Series Production) for propellant, explosive and pyrotechnic energetic materials and sub-systems.
- Provide input to future technology demands and assist in establishment of capability.
- Write technical reports and make presentations to Management and/or Clients.
- Provide a technical support service to the Manufacturing Department during series production. This includes: design of formulations before start of series production, manage document changes and non-conformances and solve technical problems by leading and conducting investigations and industrializing new materials and/or processes.
- Make presentations to local and/or foreign Clients during design reviews and other meetings.
- Participate in design reviews and technical project meetings to ensure low risk designs and achievement of cost objectives and milestone schedules.
- Direct development/technology activities via well formulated technical inputs to the Manufacturing Department in accordance with the Explosives Regulations and the OHS Act to contribute to the health and safety of staff.
- Represent RDM on national and international forums.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
- BEng (Chemical/Process) or BSc. In Chemical Engineering.
- At least 5 years experience in product development environment.
- Experience in the field of propellant, explosive and pyrotechnic energetic materials and a trained technical specialist in at least one discipline of a niche defense-related scientific/engineering technology field would be advantageous.
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, scientists, engineers and technicians.
- Experience in Product Development and the Military Acquisition process.
- Experience in Project Management and Problem Solving.
- Proven planning, time management and organizational abilities or skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, have an inquiring mind and well developed analytical ability.
- Ability to work in a team and function independently with drive and initiative.
- Computer literacy viz. MS Office Packages.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
- Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
- Medical Schemes
- Stable employer background
- Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
- Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
- Career development and progress opportunities
- Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
- Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
- Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
- Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
- Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events