Rumbidzaishe Chipakwe
About Rumbidzaishe Chipakwe
Rumbidzaishe Chipakwe is a Quality Control Engineer with extensive experience in metallurgical research and process development in gold extraction. He holds degrees in Chemical Engineering and has worked in various roles across South Africa and Sweden.
Work at Northvolt
Rumbidzaishe Chipakwe currently serves as a Quality Control Engineer at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2020. His role involves ensuring the quality and reliability of products and processes within the organization. Prior to this, he completed an internship at Northvolt as a Quality Control Intern for 11 months in 2020. His experience at Northvolt has contributed to his understanding of quality assurance in the battery manufacturing sector.
Education and Expertise
Rumbidzaishe Chipakwe has a solid educational background in engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cape Town, studying from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he studied Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Nottingham, where he completed a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in 2010. His expertise includes metallurgical research, particularly in the processes involved in gold extraction, and he has a strong foundation in conducting investigative testwork and contributing to feasibility studies.
Background in Metallurgy
Chipakwe has extensive experience in the field of metallurgy, having worked as a Metallurgist at Freda Rebecca Gold Mine from 2015 to 2017. He began his career there as a Graduate Trainee - Metallurgist from 2014 to 2015. His exposure to metallurgical, production, and cost aspects of operations has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry. He also served as a Teaching Assistant at the University of Cape Town, further enhancing his knowledge and skills in the field.
Research Experience at University of Cape Town
During his time at the University of Cape Town, Rumbidzaishe Chipakwe was involved in the Minerals to Metals Initiative as an MSc Candidate from 2017 to 2020. This role allowed him to engage in advanced research related to metallurgy and mineral processing. His academic involvement included teaching assistance, where he supported students in their learning while deepening his own understanding of chemical engineering principles.