Entry-Level Chemical Engineer – R&D Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Mentorship

Cutting-edge R&D exposure

Dynamic culture

Groundbreaking products

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a motivated Junior Chemical Engineer to join its Research and Development team. This entry-level role supports laboratory experiments, data analysis, and scaling promising technologies, offering hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

You will work with experienced scientists, develop technical skills, and contribute to the innovation pipeline while growing your career in chemical R&D.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry from an accredited institution.
• Strong academic background with a solid understanding of chemical principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills in a research environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety procedures.
• Familiarity with basic experimental design and data analysis techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and execution of laboratory experiments to test new chemical formulations and processes.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data using statistical methods.
• Support the scale-up of laboratory processes to pilot plant and/or full production scale.
• Conduct literature reviews and research to identify new technologies and trends.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare technical reports.
• Ensure adherence to laboratory safety protocols and good laboratory practices (GLP).
• Collaborate with R&D team members on various research projects.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations on research findings.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, seeks a motivated Junior Chemical Engineer to join its Research and Development team. This entry-level role supports laboratory experiments, data analysis, and scaling promising technologies, offering hands-on experience in a dynamic environment.

You will work with experienced scientists, develop technical skills, and contribute to the innovation pipeline while growing your career in chemical R&D.