Dense Media Separation (DMS) Engineer

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments in Johannesburg is seeking a Dense Media Separation (DMS) Engineer to design, implement, and optimize DMS processes for efficient material separation and resource recovery. You will lead system design, process monitoring, and equipment configuration across cross-functional teams.

The role requires an engineering degree, strong analytical skills, and the ability to travel locally and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing Dense Media Separation systems.
• Familiarity with a variety of separation equipment and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Technical aptitude and ability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Sales Engineer / Customer service background.
• Willingness to travel extensively - locally and abroad.
• Portuguese and / or French speaking advantageous.

Responsibilities

• System Design and Optimization.
• Design and optimize Dense Media Separation systems for efficient material separation based on project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration with overall process flow.
• Equipment Selection and Configuration.
• Select, configure, and calibrate equipment used in Dense Media Separation processes.
• Work closely with suppliers to evaluate and implement state-of-the-art separation technologies.
• Process Monitoring and Control.
• Implement monitoring systems to track the performance of DMS processes.
• Develop and implement control strategies to ensure consistent and reliable separation outcomes.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to Dense Media Separation systems.
• Develop and execute maintenance plans to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Data Analysis and Reporting.
• Analyze data from separation processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and present regular reports on system performance and efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Technical aptitude

Communication skills

Collaboration

Sales/Customer service experience

Costing

Maintenance and operations

Travel readiness

Portuguese/French language advantage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About the job Dense Media Separation (DMS) Engineer

We are seeking a talented and experienced Dense Media Separation (DMS) Engineer for our client, a global leader in manufacturing DMS plants. The successful candidate will lead efforts in designing, implementing, and optimizing DMS processes for material separation and resource recovery. As a DMS Engineer, you will contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of operations through the application of innovative separation technologies.

• Bachelors degree in Engineering
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing Dense Media Separation systems.
• Familiarity with a variety of separation equipment and technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Technical aptitude and ability
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Sales Engineer / Customer service background
• Costing
• Operations and maintenance on the Plant
• Portuguese and / or French speaking advantageous
• Willingness to travel extensively - locally and abroad

Responsibilities:

• System Design and Optimization
• Design and optimize Dense Media Separation systems for efficient material separation based on project requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration with overall process flow.
• Equipment Selection and Configuration
• Select, configure, and calibrate equipment used in Dense Media Separation processes.
• Work closely with suppliers to evaluate and implement state-of-the-art separation technologies.
• Process Monitoring and Control
• Implement monitoring systems to track the performance of DMS processes.
• Develop and implement control strategies to ensure consistent and reliable separation outcomes.
• Troubleshooting and Maintenance
• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues related to Dense Media Separation systems.
• Develop and execute maintenance plans to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Analyze data from separation processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare and present regular reports on system performance and efficiency.