Graduate Chemical Engineer - Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Mentorship program

Exposure to diverse and challenging工程

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, South Africa seeks a Graduate Chemical Engineer to join the Projects team and help manage capital projects in the chemical industry. You will support planning, execution and monitoring from conception to completion, contributing to design, procurement and installation activities.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelors in Chemical Engineering with 0–2 years experience, and demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 0–2 years of experience in engineering, preferably in a project environment.
• Understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in MS Project and AutoCAD (basic knowledge).

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project scope, objectives and deliverables.
• Support planning activities including scheduling, resource allocation and budgeting.
• Prepare technical documentation, drawings and specifications for project phases.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors and internal teams to meet timelines.
• Monitor progress, identify risks and help develop mitigation strategies.
• Participate in site visits and provide technical support during execution and commissioning.

Skills

Project management basics

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

MS Project

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a bright and motivated Graduate Chemical Engineer to join their dynamic Projects team in Benoni. This is an exceptional opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain broad experience in managing and supporting a variety of capital projects within the chemical industry. You will assist project managers in planning, executing, and monitoring projects from conception through to completion, contributing to the design, procurement, and installation phases. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses a strong academic background in chemical engineering, and demonstrates excellent organizational and communication skills. This role is designed to develop future leaders in project engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of project scope, objectives, and deliverables.


• Support project planning activities, including scheduling, resource allocation, and budgeting.


• Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and specifications for project phases.


• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project timelines are met.


• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and assist in developing mitigation strategies.


• Participate in site visits and provide technical support during project execution and commissioning.

Requirements

• Recent Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.


• Zero to two years of experience in engineering, preferably within a project environment.


• Understanding of project management principles and methodologies.


• Strong technical aptitude and a keen interest in project execution.


• Proficiency in relevant software, including MS Project and AutoCAD (basic knowledge).


• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills for projects in Benoni.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary with a structured career development path.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Mentorship program with experienced project engineers.


• Exposure to diverse and challenging engineering projects.


• A collaborative and supportive work environment focused on learning and growth.