Chemical Process Engineer - R&D Focus

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Híbrido; ZAR 700.000 - 1.100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Access to modern R&D facilities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer focused on Research and Development to join our innovative team. You will help develop and optimize new chemical processes from lab scale through pilot plant, collaborating with scientists to translate discoveries into commercially viable technologies.

The role requires a 4+ year background in process development or pilot operations, with strong skills in process simulation, kinetics, and thermodynamics.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 4+ years in process development, R&D, or pilot plant operations.
• Proficient in process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong knowledge of kinetics, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for new product introductions from lab scale to pilot plant.
• Conduct process modeling and simulation to predict performance and identify critical operating parameters.
• Design and execute experiments to gather data for process validation and scale-up.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges during process development and scale-up.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists to ensure seamless technology transfer to manufacturing.
• Prepare technical documentation, including process descriptions, P&IDs, and safety assessments.

Conocimientos

Process simulation

Data analysis

Problem solving

Chemical engineering

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Chemical Process Engineer with a strong focus on Research and Development to join their team in Kimberley. This role is central to developing and optimizing new chemical processes and technologies. You will be involved from the conceptual stage through pilot scale-up, collaborating with scientists and engineers to translate laboratory discoveries into commercially viable processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer passionate about innovation and eager to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in chemical manufacturing, working within a collaborative R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for new product introductions, from lab scale to pilot plant.
• Conduct process modeling and simulation to predict performance and identify critical operating parameters.
• Design and execute experiments to gather data for process validation and scale-up.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges encountered during process development and scale-up.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists to ensure seamless technology transfer to manufacturing.
• Prepare technical documentation, including process descriptions, P&IDs, and safety assessments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in process development, R&D, or pilot plant operations.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending scientific conferences.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Access to modern R&D facilities and equipment.
• A dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.