Graduate Process Engineer - Growth, Training & Impact

Placements24

Richards Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive graduate remuneration
Structured training programs
Exposure to advanced processing tech
Collaborative team culture
Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking innovative and driven Graduate Chemical Engineers to join their processing division in Richards Bay. This entry-level role focuses on operations and development, applying chemical engineering principles to process optimization, design, and scale-up.

You will contribute to projects that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability within a supportive growth environment. You will work with a dedicated team to gain technical expertise, receive structured training, and

Qualifications

  • A recent degree in Chemical Engineering.
  • Sound understanding of fundamental chemical engineering concepts, including mass and energy balances, thermodynamics, and reaction kinetics.
  • Familiarity with process simulation software is beneficial.
  • Strong analytical skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving.
  • Effective communication skills for technical discussions and reporting within the Richards Bay industrial setting.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the design, development, and optimization of chemical processes and equipment.
  • Conduct pilot plant studies and scale-up activities under supervision.
  • Monitor process performance and troubleshoot operational issues to ensure efficiency and safety.
  • Prepare technical reports, data analysis, and process documentation.
  • Collaborate with operations, R&D, and safety teams to implement improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking
Communication skills
Mass & energy balances
Thermodynamics
Reaction kinetics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking innovative and driven Graduate Chemical Engineers to join their processing division in Richards Bay. This entry-level role focuses on operations and development, applying chemical engineering principles to process optimization, design, and scale-up.

You will contribute to projects that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability within a supportive growth environment. You will work with a dedicated team to gain technical expertise, receive structured training, and

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