Graduate Chemical Engineer - R&D Support

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 78,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Hands-on experience

Mentorship

Exposure to product development

Networking opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a bright and motivated Graduate Chemical Engineer to join their R&D team in Paarl, South Africa. This internship offers hands-on experience with laboratory experiments, data analysis, and scale-up studies, under mentorship from experienced researchers.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering, with strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and reaction kinetics, plus good communication and a proactive, detail-oriented

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in thermodynamics and reaction kinetics.
• Experience with laboratory equipment is advantageous.
• Proficient in data analysis and tools like Excel or Minitab.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lab experiments and pilot studies under supervision.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data.
• Assist design and modification of experimental setups and pilot plants.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Support scale-up from lab to pilot or commercial scale.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Reaction kinetics

Data analysis

Excel

Minitab

Communication

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a bright and motivated Graduate Chemical Engineer to support their Research and Development team in Paarl. This internship offers a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring engineer to gain practical experience in a dynamic R&D environment. You will assist with laboratory experiments, data analysis, process scale-up studies, and documentation. The role involves working closely with experienced researchers and engineers to develop new chemical products and processes. The ideal candidate is curious, possesses strong analytical skills, and is eager to learn and contribute to innovative projects within the chemical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Support R&D projects by conducting laboratory experiments and pilot studies under supervision.
• Collect, organize, and analyze experimental data using statistical methods and software tools.
• Assist in the design and modification of experimental setups and pilot plants.
• Prepare technical reports, summaries, and presentations of experimental findings.
• Help in the scale-up assessment of new chemical processes from lab to pilot or commercial scale.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals, including thermodynamics and reaction kinetics.
• Experience with laboratory equipment and techniques is advantageous.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g., Excel, Minitab).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude, strong attention to detail, and a passion for scientific inquiry.

Benefits

• Competitive internship stipend.
• Hands-on experience in cutting-edge R&D within the chemical industry.
• Mentorship from experienced R&D professionals.
• Exposure to product development and process innovation.
• Networking opportunities within the company.
• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.