Chemical Engineer - Research and Development

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare programs

Professional development budget

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban is seeking a highly innovative Chemical Engineer to join the R&D team. You will design and scale new chemical processes, work in a state-of-the-art lab, and contribute to future industry breakthroughs.

The role requires advanced degrees and a track record in process development, with strong data analysis and communication skills, and a passion for scientific discovery in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in R&D, process development, or product innovation in the chemical industry.
• Proven ability to scale new chemical processes or products.
• Experience with experimental design and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental plans for new chemical products and processes.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and prepare technical reports.
• Scale up lab processes to pilot plant and commercial scale.
• Evaluate new technologies, materials and methodologies for product development.
• Collaborate with chemists, materials scientists, and manufacturing engineers.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Analytical techniques

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly innovative Chemical Engineer to join their Research and Development department in Durban . This role is dedicated to exploring and developing novel chemical products and processes that will define the future of the industry. You will be at the forefront of scientific discovery, working in a well-equipped laboratory environment to bring new concepts from the benchtop to pilot scale. This is a prime opportunity for a creative and scientifically driven individual to contribute to groundbreaking work and shape the company's innovation pipeline, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental plans for the development of new chemical products and processes.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and provide detailed technical reports.
• Scale up laboratory processes to pilot plant and commercial scale, addressing technical challenges.
• Research and evaluate new technologies, materials, and methodologies relevant to product development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including chemists, materials scientists, and manufacturing engineers.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related scientific field.
• 5+ years of experience in R&D, process development, or product innovation within the chemical industry.
• Demonstrated success in developing and scaling new chemical processes or products.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and statistical methods.
• Experience with relevant laboratory equipment and analytical techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication or patent record being an asset.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness programs.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and further education.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research in Durban .
• A stimulating and collaborative R&D environment focused on innovation.