Junior Chemical Engineer – R&D Training & Growth

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship

Professional development

R&D exposure

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a client in hiring a Junior Chemical Engineer to join their Research & Development team in Queenstown. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to apply theoretical knowledge and begin a career in chemical engineering.

You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in experimental design, data analysis, and laboratory operations, while contributing to the development of new chemical products and processes in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Strong academic record and foundational engineering principles.
• Interest in laboratory techniques and data analysis.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in designing and conducting laboratory experiments.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data using appropriate software tools.
• Support the development and scale-up of new chemical processes and products.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and presentations on experimental findings.
• Contribute to troubleshooting efforts and identify areas for process improvement.

Skills

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

Placements24 is assisting a client in hiring a Junior Chemical Engineer to join their Research & Development team in Queenstown. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to apply theoretical knowledge and begin a career in chemical engineering.

You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, gaining hands-on experience in experimental design, data analysis, and laboratory operations, while contributing to the development of new chemical products and processes in a