- Junior
- Bureau à Stellenbosch
We are Blue Cube
At Blue Cube, we fuse proven expertise with bold innovation to create advanced sensor technology for the mining industry. As part of Draslovka — a global leader in sustainable chemical technologies — we deliver real-time measurement solutions that are transforming how minerals are processed worldwide.
About the Role
We are seeking an adaptable and growth-oriented R&D Process Engineer (Product Beta Testing) to join our agile team. In this unique role, you will be the vital link between our R&D engineers and our customers, travelling to sites to help oversee the beta testing (first use and site trials) of our latest products. You'll gather user feedback, champion customer needs, and work with our internal teams to accelerate product maturity and impact.
This position is ideal for a process engineer or metallurgist at the start of their career who enjoys hands-on challenges, real-world problem solving, and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds. If you are energized by learning quickly and making a tangible difference in the mining industry, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- On-Site Product Beta Testing & Trials
- Visit mining and processing sites to help oversee the commissioning and first-use trials of new Blue Cube products alongside R&D engineers and client teams.
- Ensure successful installation, operation, and troubleshooting of technology in real-world conditions.
- User Collaboration & Feedback
- Engage directly with users to understand their requirements, challenges, and feedback throughout beta testing and trials.
- Communicate user insights and suggestions clearly and constructively to the R&D team to guide product improvements.
- Continuous Product Improvement
- Collaborate with product development teams to refine and mature products based on field experience and user perspectives.
- Advocate for customer needs and usability in every stage of product development.
- Remote and On-Site Support
- Provide technical assistance to trial users, both in-person and remotely, helping them get the most from our solutions.
- Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain clear records of site visits, user feedback, system performance, and lessons learned.
- Help develop and update support and commissioning documents and materials.
- Teamwork
- Share learnings, ideas, and best practices with colleagues across engineering and commercial teams.
Skills & Attributes
- Degree in chemical / process engineering, metallurgy, minerals processing, or a related field.
- Understanding of mineral processing, continuous chemical or separation processes, or commissioning of measurement systems.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to listen, empathize, and convey technical concepts clearly.
- Willingness and enthusiasm to travel internationally as needed.
- Fast learner, adaptable, and proactive in personal and professional development.
- Solid documentation habits; able to report and synthesize information effectively.
- Able to work independently in the field and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Proficient in English; additional languages are an asset.
Bonus
- Hands-on experience with measurement, automation, or process control systems (through studies, projects, or internships).
- Exposure to agile development environments.
- Experience commissioning or supporting new technology in industrial or mining settings.
- Passion for sustainability and innovation in mining.
Why Blue Cube?
- Shape the future of sustainable mining with real-world impact.
- Join a global, close-knit team — agile like a start-up, backed by a stable market leader.
- Work on challenging, meaningful technology in an environment that values curiosity and tenacity.
- Travel and develop your career as you help bring new solutions to life.
- Help make mining safer and greener by replacing hazardous chemicals with better solutions.
