Hybrid Junior Chemical Engineer: Lab & Process Analytics

Placements24; O Mente; Híbrido; EUR 16.000 - 24.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid contribution

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

On-the-job training

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 invites applications for a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the analytical and process development team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This early-career role offers exposure to chemical analysis, process monitoring, and optimization in a demanding industrial environment.

The position combines on-site laboratory work with remote data analysis and reporting, with mentorship and opportunities to contribute to pilot studies and scale-up activities.

Formación

• B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 0–3 years of relevant experience (internships/co-ops welcome).
• Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques (titration, spectroscopy, chromatography).
• Experience with data analysis and interpretation is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine chemical analyses on raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
• Analyze process data to monitor performance and identify potential issues.
• Assist in troubleshooting process deviations and operational problems.
• Support the development and implementation of new analytical methods and laboratory procedures.
• Prepare samples and operate laboratory equipment safely.
• Document experimental results and maintain accurate laboratory records.
• Contribute to process improvement projects by providing analytical support and data interpretation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and plant personnel on technical challenges.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and quality standards.
• Assist in pilot plant studies and process scale-up activities.

Conocimientos

Data analysis

Analytical chemistry

Laboratory safety

Team collaboration

Chromatography

Educación

B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Herramientas

Chromatography

Spectroscopy

Titration techniques

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 invites applications for a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the analytical and process development team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This early-career role offers exposure to chemical analysis, process monitoring, and optimization in a demanding industrial environment.

The position combines on-site laboratory work with remote data analysis and reporting, with mentorship and opportunities to contribute to pilot studies and scale-up activities.