Junior Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Mississippi; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Mentorship

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in George, MS, invites energetic junior chemical engineers to join our client in a hybrid role, blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility.

You will assist in design, development, and testing of chemical processes and equipment, perform lab experiments, analyze data, and prepare technical reports under experienced engineers, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Fundamental thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and reaction engineering.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of chemical processes and equipment.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot plant trials to test and validate process designs.
• Analyze data from experiments and plant operations to identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and process flow diagrams.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting plant operational issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations in all tasks.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Reaction engineering

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a bright and enthusiastic Junior Chemical Engineer to join their dynamic team in George . This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to contribute to critical projects while maintaining work-life balance. You will assist in the design, development, and testing of chemical processes and equipment, working under the guidance of experienced engineers. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional to gain hands‑on experience in a diverse range of chemical engineering applications and contribute to innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of chemical processes and equipment.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot plant trials to test and validate process designs.
• Analyze data from experiments and plant operations to identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and process flow diagrams.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting plant operational issues.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations in all tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and reaction engineering.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid.
• Opportunities for mentorship and professional development.
• Hybrid work model for flexibility.
• Contribution to exciting projects in the chemical industry.