Entry-Level Chemical Engineer - Remote R&D

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Mentorship

Professional development

Remote-friendly

Paid time off

Lab access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer to join a remote-friendly R&D team with occasional visits to Centurion, Gauteng. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to contribute to novel chemical products and processes.

You will work on lab experiments, data analysis, and pilot-scale testing under guidance from senior researchers. The position emphasizes hands-on laboratory work, strong theoretical grounding in chemical engineering, and collaboration

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering.
• 0–2 years of experience in a research or development setting.
• Strong theoretical knowledge of chemical engineering principles and organic/inorganic chemistry.
• Hands-on laboratory experience with synthesis, analysis, and characterization techniques.
• Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., Excel, MATLAB).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Willingness to travel to Centurion, Gauteng for occasional meetings and lab work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and execution of laboratory experiments for new product development.
• Conduct literature reviews and gather data to support research initiatives.
• Perform chemical synthesis, formulation, and characterization of new materials.
• Analyze experimental data using statistical methods and generate reports.
• Support pilot plant trials and scale-up activities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and scientists on R&D projects.
• Assist in the preparation of patent applications and research publications.
• Troubleshoot experimental procedures and equipment issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of R&D processes and methodologies.

Skills

Data analysis

Lab skills

Experimentation

Documentation

Remote collaboration

Education

B.Sc./B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Excel

MATLAB

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer to join a remote-friendly R&D team with occasional visits to Centurion, Gauteng. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to contribute to novel chemical products and processes.

You will work on lab experiments, data analysis, and pilot-scale testing under guidance from senior researchers. The position emphasizes hands-on laboratory work, strong theoretical grounding in chemical engineering, and collaboration