Graduate Trainee Process Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive starting salary with clear‑

Extensive training and mentorship in P

Exposure to large-scale industrial ops

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a Graduate Trainee Process Engineer to join the operations team. This entry-level role focuses on applying chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering principles to optimize and control industrial processes.

You will gain hands-on experience, work with multidisciplinary teams, and receive extensive mentorship in process engineering, safety, and efficiency across large-scale plant operations.

Qualifications

• A recent degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related process-focused discipline.
• Understanding of chemical processes, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an industrial setting and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze process performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in the implementation of process changes and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support the development and execution of process safety studies.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure seamless production.
• Contribute to projects focused on enhancing process efficiency, yield, and sustainability.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking to hire ambitious Graduate Trainee Process Engineers to join their operational team in Richards Bay . This role offers a unique chance to delve into process optimization and control within a leading industrial environment. You will gain hands-on experience in refining and improving complex industrial processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality. This is an exciting entry-level position for individuals keen on applying chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering principles to real-world operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze process performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in the implementation of process changes and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support the development and execution of process safety studies.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure seamless production.
• Contribute to projects focused on enhancing process efficiency, yield, and sustainability.

Requirements

• A recent degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related process-focused discipline.
• Understanding of chemical processes, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an industrial setting and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Attractive starting salary with clear career progression pathways.
• Extensive training and mentorship in process engineering principles.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial operations in Richards Bay .
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment focused on operational excellence.