Hybrid Junior Chemical Engineer – Process & Optimization

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer for a hybrid role in Gauteng. The successful candidate will support process engineers in monitoring batch processes, data collection, and SOP documentation while gaining exposure to process optimization and safety protocols.

Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals, this position offers hands-on training, collaboration with experienced engineers, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering required.
• Fundamental chemical engineering principles knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and controlling chemical batch processes to ensure consistent product quality and yield.
• Support senior engineers in process troubleshooting and identifying areas for improvement.
• Participate in the execution of process validation and qualification activities.
• Gather and analyze process data, preparing reports on key performance indicators.
• Conduct routine safety checks and contribute to the implementation of EHS policies.
• Assist in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and batch records.
• Collaborate with production staff to ensure smooth and efficient operation of equipment.
• Undertake specific project tasks assigned by the engineering manager.
• Help maintain process documentation and logs accurately.

Skills

Process monitoring

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

B.Eng./B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer for a hybrid role in Gauteng. The successful candidate will support process engineers in monitoring batch processes, data collection, and SOP documentation while gaining exposure to process optimization and safety protocols.

Ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals, this position offers hands-on training, collaboration with experienced engineers, and growth opportunities in a fast-paced pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.