The CSIR Defence, Peace, Safety and Security (DPSS) unit provides a national defence, science and technology capacity, and also provides knowledge, advice and solutions in the area of defence and in matters of national security. Specifically, it aims to provide a defence evaluation and research capacity for the Departments of Defence and Military Veterans.
About the internships:
The Landward Sciences (LS) competency area has five internship opportunities for mechanical, mechatronic, applitronic and electronic engineers. These internship opportunities will provide a broad variety of engineering and research support in terms of design, computational modelling and simulation, fabrication, measurement, signal / data processing and report compilation in mobility, injury bio-mechanics, equipment maintenance and materials (high-strain rate characteristics and performance. The successful candidates will also be required to render support in terms of occupational health and safety compliance, project management of tasks, etc. These responsibilities will be executed under the mentorship of experienced engineers and researchers to maximise the job experience.
Qualifications, skills and experience:
- Applicable National Diploma or BTech degree.
- Basic CAD ( e.g. Sold Edge / Works / AutoCAD).
- Computational modelling experience (PATRAN / NASTRAN / Solid Works / Edge).
- Completed P1 and P2 training.
- At least confidential security-level clearance.
Closing date: 31 January 2014
PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.
Should you experience any problems in submitting your application, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre at Recruitmentqueries@csir.co.za. Please do not submit your application to this mailbox.
The CSIR gives preference to candidates who meet the job requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or SAPS (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.
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