Chemical Process Development Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Training & development

Access to cutting-edge R&D facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Chemical Process Development Engineer to join the team in a hybrid role. You will conduct research, develop and pilot new chemical processes and products in a state-of-the-art facility, translating laboratory discoveries into scalable operations with the aim of improving efficiency and innovation.

The position involves collaboration with R&D chemists and engineers, requires a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering and 3–5 years of experience, and emphasizes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or pilot plant operations.
• Familiarity with chemical reaction engineering principles and process modeling.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory and pilot plant equipment operation and data acquisition.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop and optimize new chemical processes at laboratory and pilot scales.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and prepare comprehensive reports on process feasibility and performance.
• Scale-up processes from bench to pilot plant and potentially to commercial scale, addressing technical challenges.
• Collaborate with R&D chemists and engineers to define process requirements and ensure smooth technology transfer.
• Operate and maintain pilot plant equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of existing chemical processes for enhanced yield, purity, and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Process development

Scale-up

Pilot plant operations

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Process modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a talented Chemical Process Development Engineer to join their innovative team in Cape Town . In this hybrid role, you will be instrumental in the research, development, and piloting of new chemical processes and products. You will work in a state-of-the-art facility, collaborating with a dedicated team to translate laboratory discoveries into viable commercial operations. This position offers the chance to make a tangible impact on product innovation and process efficiency within a leading chemical company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop and optimize new chemical processes at laboratory and pilot scales.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and prepare comprehensive reports on process feasibility and performance.
• Scale-up processes from bench to pilot plant and potentially to commercial scale, addressing technical challenges.
• Collaborate with R&D chemists and engineers to define process requirements and ensure smooth technology transfer.
• Operate and maintain pilot plant equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of existing chemical processes for enhanced yield, purity, and cost-effectiveness.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or pilot plant operations.
• Familiarity with chemical reaction engineering principles and process modeling.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory and pilot plant equipment operation and data acquisition.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model balancing remote flexibility and in-office collaboration.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional growth.
• Access to cutting-edge research and development facilities.