Graduate Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 6,100 - 10,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internship stipend

Mentorship

Industrial exposure

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Graduate Chemical Engineer for an internship program designed to provide hands-on experience across process monitoring, data analysis, and plant operations under the guidance of experienced engineers.

You will contribute to process improvements, prepare technical documentation, and gain practical skills in an industrial setting, with mentorship and potential for future employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Fundamental understanding of chemical engineering principles.
• Strong desire to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work on-site in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with process monitoring, data collection, and basic analysis.
• Support the development and implementation of process improvements.
• Participate in plant walk-throughs and safety inspections.
• Help prepare technical documentation and reports under supervision.
• Gain exposure to different chemical engineering disciplines and plant operations.
• Contribute to team projects and problem-solving activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Chemical Engineer to join their team in Upington through an internship program. This role provides invaluable hands‑on experience across various aspects of chemical engineering, including process support, data analysis, and operational assistance. You will work under the guidance of experienced engineers, gaining practical knowledge and contributing to real‑world projects. This program is designed for enthusiastic individuals looking to launch their careers in chemical engineering within a supportive and industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist engineers with process monitoring, data collection, and basic analysis.
• Support the development and implementation of process improvements.
• Participate in plant walk-throughs and safety inspections.
• Help prepare technical documentation and reports under supervision.
• Gain exposure to different chemical engineering disciplines and plant operations.
• Contribute to team projects and problem-solving activities.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles.
• Strong desire to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Eagerness to work on-site in Upington and contribute to the team's objectives.

Benefits

• Internship stipend and potential for future employment opportunities.
• Practical, hands‑on training and mentorship.
• Exposure to a professional industrial setting.
• Opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a real‑world context.
• Networking opportunities within the company and industry.