Hybrid Bioprocess Engineer — Fermentation (Entry Level)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 240.000 - 360.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer for a pioneering biotechnology company in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role supports fermentation processes, including upstream and downstream operations, offering hands-on experience in bioprocessing for a recent graduate or early-career engineer.

You will help operate bioreactors, monitor performance, collect data, and assist with optimization, GMP compliance, and documentation, within a collaborative team and flexible hybrid schedule balancing

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Biochemical Engineering.
• Strong academic background with a focus on biological or chemical processes.
• Basic understanding of fermentation principles, bioreactors, and downstream processing.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Aufgaben

• Assist in operation and monitoring of large-scale fermentation processes.
• Collect and analyze process data with accurate record-keeping.
• Support troubleshooting of bioreactor systems and related equipment.
• Participate in process optimization studies to improve yield and efficiency.
• Perform basic laboratory analyses of fermentation broth and product streams.
• Ensure GMP and safety protocol adherence.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and scientists on project tasks.
• Assist with equipment cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance.
• Contribute to process documentation and report generation.

Kenntnisse

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Bioprocess knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Biochemical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer for a pioneering biotechnology company in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role supports fermentation processes, including upstream and downstream operations, offering hands-on experience in bioprocessing for a recent graduate or early-career engineer.

You will help operate bioreactors, monitor performance, collect data, and assist with optimization, GMP compliance, and documentation, within a collaborative team and flexible hybrid schedule balancing