Chemical Engineer - Research and Development

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Professional development

Advanced facilities

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, seeks a Chemical Engineer to drive development of novel chemical processes from lab scale to pilot plant trials, with an eye toward commercialization. The role involves designing, executing and analyzing experiments, optimizing conditions, ensuring safety and scalability, and collaborating with R&D chemists and manufacturing teams.

This dynamic, innovation-driven position offers access to advanced facilities and opportunities for professional growth in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering required

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to develop and optimize chemical processes for new products.
• Perform laboratory-scale and pilot-plant scale testing of reactions and separation processes.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and develop process models.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges during process development.
• Ensure safety, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and environmental compliance of developed processes.
• Collaborate with R&D chemists, engineers, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and process documentation.
• Stay updated on advancements in chemical engineering and process technology.
• Contribute to intellectual property generation through innovative solutions.

Skills

Chemical reaction engineering

Transport phenomena

Data analysis

Lab-scale testing

Pilot plant operations

Problem solving

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge chemical research and development firm, is seeking a motivated Chemical Engineer to contribute to their innovative projects in Benoni, Gauteng. This role focuses on the development of novel chemical processes, from lab-scale experimentation through to pilot plant trials, with the ultimate goal of commercialization. You will be involved in designing, executing, and analyzing experiments, optimizing reaction conditions, and ensuring the scalability and safety of new chemical technologies. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an engineer passionate about innovation and new product development.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to develop and optimize chemical processes for new products.
• Perform laboratory-scale and pilot-plant scale testing of chemical reactions and separation processes.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and develop process models.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges encountered during process development.
• Ensure all developed processes are safe, scalable, cost-effective, and environmentally compliant.
• Collaborate closely with R&D chemists, other engineers, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and process documentation.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in chemical engineering and process technology.
• Contribute to intellectual property generation through innovative solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in chemical process research and development or scale-up.
• Strong understanding of chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and process simulation software.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and pilot plant operations is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a creative approach to technical challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Located in or able to commute to Benoni, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement plan.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• Access to advanced research facilities and cutting-edge technology.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment.
• Generous annual leave.
• Support for attending relevant industry conferences.