Chemical Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work environment

Professional development and training

Team-oriented culture

Stability and growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a versatile Chemical Engineer to join our East London manufacturing team. You will support the optimization and safe operation of chemical processes, collaborating with operations, maintenance and QA to address daily challenges and drive continuous improvement in production of essential chemical products.

The role emphasizes hands-on process improvement, safety adherence, and documentation, with opportunities for development within a dynamic industrial setting in East London.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 2-5 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Solid understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations.
• Familiarity with process safety management and environmental regulations.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a manufacturing environment in East London.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze process performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in troubleshooting operational problems and implementing corrective actions.
• Support the implementation of process changes and minor capital projects.
• Ensure adherence to SHE standards and procedures.
• Prepare process documentation, including operating procedures and P&IDs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve production and quality targets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile Chemical Engineer to join their established team in East London . This role involves supporting the optimization and safe operation of various chemical processes within their manufacturing facility. You will work closely with operations, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to address daily challenges and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers a solid opportunity for an engineer looking to broaden their practical experience in a dynamic industrial setting, contributing to the efficient production of essential chemical products.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze process performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in troubleshooting operational problems and implementing corrective actions.
• Support the implementation of process changes and minor capital projects.
• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental (SHE) standards and procedures.
• Prepare process documentation, including operating procedures and P&IDs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve production and quality targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 2-5 years of relevant industrial experience.
• Solid understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations.
• Familiarity with process safety management and environmental regulations.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a manufacturing environment in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• On-site work environment offering stability.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Contribution to a key manufacturing operation in the region.
• Supportive team culture focused on operational excellence.