Chemical Engineer - Product Development

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Access to R&D facilities

Conferences and training

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, South Africa, seeks an innovative Chemical Engineer to join the Product Development team, driving new product concepts from concept to commercialization, conducting lab experiments, scale-up, and collaboration across research, manufacturing, and marketing.

You will design experiments, manage pilot plants, analyze data, ensure regulatory and quality standards, and contribute to the company's growth in a coastal, dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in product development, process scale-up, or R&D within the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry, polymer science, or material science, depending on specialization.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment, analytical techniques (e.g., GC, HPLC, spectroscopy), and pilot plant operations.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to product innovation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development activities for new chemical products and formulations.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments to test product performance and process feasibility.
• Scale up promising laboratory processes to pilot and then full production scale.
• Analyze product and process data, preparing comprehensive reports and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to understand market needs and customer requirements.
• Ensure new products and processes meet all relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Skills

Organic chemistry

Polymer science

Material science

Laboratory techniques

Pilot plant operations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

GC

HPLC

Spectroscopy

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Chemical Engineer to join their Product Development team in Mossel Bay . This role is central to the creation and refinement of new chemical products, from initial concept through to commercialization. You will conduct laboratory experiments, scale-up processes, and collaborate with research, manufacturing, and marketing teams to bring novel solutions to market. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of chemical innovation in a vibrant coastal location, contributing to the company's growth and technological leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development activities for new chemical products and formulations.


• Design and execute laboratory experiments to test product performance and process feasibility.


• Scale up promising laboratory processes to pilot and then full production scale.


• Analyze product and process data, preparing comprehensive reports and technical documentation.


• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to understand market needs and customer requirements.


• Ensure new products and processes meet all relevant regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in product development, process scale-up, or R&D within the chemical industry.


• Strong understanding of organic chemistry , polymer science, or material science, depending on specialization.


• Proficiency with laboratory equipment, analytical techniques (e.g., GC, HPLC, spectroscopy), and pilot plant operations.


• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a creative approach to product innovation.


• Experience working in the Western Cape region, particularly Mossel Bay, is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for innovation bonuses.


• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.


• Access to state-of-the-art R&D facilities and equipment.


• Opportunities for attending industry conferences and further training.


• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to Mossel Bay .