Chemical Engineer - Research & Development (New Materials)

Placements24; Randburg; Ibrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Remote work flexibility

Performance incentives

Health and retirement benefits

Learning and growth opportunities

Competitive salary

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks an innovative Chemical Engineer to join its Research and Development team, focusing on novel materials with remote work and occasional Randburg, Gauteng site visits. The ideal candidate combines strong experimental design with a passion for translating research into practical technologies.

You will drive experiments, scale processes, analyze data, and help develop IP while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Competenze

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in R&D, with a significant focus on new material development.
• Proven experience in synthesizing and characterizing novel materials (e.g., polymers, composites, nanomaterials).
• Proficiency with a range of analytical and characterization techniques.
• Strong understanding of chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, and reaction engineering.
• Excellent experimental design, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.

Mansioni

• Design and execute experimental programs for the synthesis, characterization, and testing of new materials.
• Explore and develop novel chemical routes and processes for material production.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques to characterize material properties.
• Scale up promising laboratory-scale processes to pilot-plant levels, addressing key engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including material scientists, chemists, and product development specialists.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and document findings in technical reports and presentations.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements and emerging trends in materials science and chemical engineering.
• Contribute to intellectual property development, including patent applications.
• Ensure all research activities are conducted safely and in compliance with relevant regulations.

Formazione

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field

Strumenti

Spectroscopy

Microscopy

Thermal analysis

Scale-up processes

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role Our client is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking Chemical Engineer to join their dedicated Research and Development team, focusing on the development of novel materials. This role is primarily remote, with occasional site visits to their facilities in Randburg, Gauteng. You will be at the forefront of discovering and developing new materials with unique properties, contributing to breakthroughs in various industrial applications. The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific curiosity, excellent experimental design skills, and a passion for translating fundamental research into tangible technological advancements. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of material science from a flexible, remote work arrangement, with connections to Randburg, Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute experimental programs for the synthesis, characterization, and testing of new materials.
• Explore and develop novel chemical routes and processes for material production.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques (e.g., spectroscopy, microscopy, thermal analysis) to characterize material properties.
• Scale up promising laboratory-scale processes to pilot-plant levels, addressing key engineering challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including material scientists, chemists, and product development specialists.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and document findings in technical reports and presentations.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements and emerging trends in materials science and chemical engineering.
• Contribute to intellectual property development, including patent applications.
• Ensure all research activities are conducted safely and in compliance with relevant regulations.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in R&D, with a significant focus on new material development.
• Proven experience in synthesizing and characterizing novel materials (e.g., polymers, composites, nanomaterials).
• Proficiency with a range of analytical and characterization techniques.
• Strong understanding of chemical thermodynamics, kinetics, and reaction engineering.
• Excellent experimental design, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage projects in a remote setting.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to Randburg, Gauteng and other company sites.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, remote work flexibility, performance incentives, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and excellent opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth. You will be part of an innovative team pushing the boundaries of material science and contributing to groundbreaking product development, with occasional project-related travel to Randburg, Gauteng.