Chemical Engineer - R&D and Innovation

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Performance bonuses

Cutting-edge facilities

Publishing opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative, scientifically driven Chemical Engineer to join its R&D team in Polokwane. You will conduct lab-scale experiments, design pilot trials, and translate findings into viable commercial applications. The role focuses on innovation, sustainability and performance enhancement.

The position offers collaboration with cross-functional teams, opportunities to publish research, access to advanced equipment, and a hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in chemical R&D including experimental design and data analysis.
• Strong background in reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, or materials science.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and creativity in developing novel solutions.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, research-oriented environment in Polokwane.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research experiments to develop new chemical products and optimize existing formulations.
• Design and execute pilot-scale trials to validate new processes and gather critical data.
• Analyze experimental results, interpret data, and prepare comprehensive technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D scientists, chemists, and production engineers.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and emerging technologies in chemical engineering.
• Contribute to patent applications and intellectual property development.

Skills

Laboratory practice

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and scientifically driven Chemical Engineer to join their Research and Development team in Polokwane . This role is central to developing next-generation chemical products and processes, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and performance enhancement. You will be involved in laboratory-scale experimentation, pilot plant trials, and the translation of research findings into viable commercial applications. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer passionate about discovery and advancing chemical technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research experiments to develop new chemical products and optimize existing formulations.
• Design and execute pilot-scale trials to validate new processes and gather critical data.
• Analyze experimental results, interpret data, and prepare comprehensive technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D scientists, chemists, and production engineers.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and emerging technologies in chemical engineering.
• Contribute to patent applications and intellectual property development.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related scientific field.
• Proven experience in chemical R&D, including experimental design and data analysis.
• Strong background in reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, or materials science.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and creativity in developing novel solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, research-oriented environment in Polokwane .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including performance bonuses.
• Access to cutting-edge research facilities and advanced equipment.
• Opportunities for publishing research and attending scientific conferences.
• Hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.
• Contribute to impactful innovations in the chemical industry.