Hybrid Chemical Research Engineer: Innovate and Analyze

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa is seeking a Chemical Research Engineer to join its R&D team under a hybrid model. The role focuses on exploring new chemical processes, materials, and technologies, with duties spanning experimental design, data analysis, and IP-related work.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with 2–4 years of industrial R&D experience and a strong background in synthesis, catalysis, or materials science.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in chemical research and development, preferably industrial.
• Strong background in organic synthesis, catalysis, or materials science.
• Experience with data analysis software and literature review.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to investigate new reactions, materials, and processes.
• Analyze experimental data using statistical methods to inform future research.
• Develop and optimize new synthesis routes and process technologies.
• Prepare technical reports, papers, and patent applications based on findings.
• Collaborate with process engineers and product developers to evaluate feasibility.
• Stay abreast of advancements in chemical engineering and related fields.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Scientific communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa is seeking a Chemical Research Engineer to join its R&D team under a hybrid model. The role focuses on exploring new chemical processes, materials, and technologies, with duties spanning experimental design, data analysis, and IP-related work.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with 2–4 years of industrial R&D experience and a strong background in synthesis, catalysis, or materials science.