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Join TWIMS as a Research Fellow – Management SandboxExciting Opportunity | Immediate Availability | 3 Days Per Week On Campus

Are you passionate about cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and eager to work in an innovative, hands-on learning environment? The Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) is seeking a Research Fellow to manage our Management Sandbox – a dynamic facility designed to demonstrate and explore the latest advancements in manufacturing.

About the Management Sandbox

The Management Sandbox at TWIMS is a unique facility where participants engage with state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies. It offers a highly interactive and immersive experience in three key areas:

🔹 Jendamark Production Line – A fully simulated production line where participants assemble a toy car using RFID, AI-powered visual recognition, barcode scanners, IoT devices, 3D-printed parts, and augmented reality (AR) glasses for remote expert-assisted tasks.

🔹 3D Printing & Scanning – Three FDM 3D printers for demonstrating additive manufacturing, along with a 3D scanner to digitize and reproduce objects. Participants can even have a 3D-printed figurine of themselves as a takeaway.

🔹 Virtual Reality (VR) Experience – Seven Oculus/Meta Quest 2 VR headsets that introduce participants to immersive VR environments, including a digital twin of the Jendamark Production Line, showcasing the power of VR in operator training and simulation.

Key Responsibilities

🔹 Oversee the daily operations of the Management Sandbox, ensuring smooth and effective demonstrations.
🔹 Engage with course participants and guide them through interactive demonstrations.
🔹 Maintain and optimize Sandbox technologies, including 3D printers, VR headsets, and IoT devices.
🔹 Support research initiatives related to manufacturing innovation, digital twins, and Industry 4.0.
🔹 Collaborate with industry experts, faculty, and students to enhance the Sandbox experience.

Who Should Apply?

This role is perfect for someone with a strong interest in manufacturing technologies, Industry 4.0, and experiential learning. Ideal candidates should have: ✅ A background in engineering, industrial design, manufacturing, or a related field.
✅ Hands-on experience with digital manufacturing technologies (e.g., 3D printing, IoT, VR, AR).
✅ Strong communication skills and a passion for engaging with participants.
✅ A proactive, problem-solving mindset and an eagerness to innovate.

Why Join TWIMS?

At TWIMS, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of manufacturing education and innovation. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to impactful research, and shape the future of manufacturing in Africa.

📅 Availability: Immediate
📍 On-campus: 3 days per week
🌍 Location: Durban, South Africa

Ready to be part of this exciting journey? Apply now and be at the heart of manufacturing innovation!

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