Junior Chemical Engineer — Hands-On Growth & Mentorship

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, invites applications for a Junior Chemical Engineer. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in chemical processing, plant operations, and process improvement under the guidance of senior engineers.

You will learn design, troubleshooting, safety protocols, data analysis, and reporting while supporting efficiency and quality initiatives in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Strong understanding of fundamental chemical engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design, development, and implementation of chemical processes.
• Support plant operations by monitoring process parameters and troubleshooting operational issues.
• Conduct experiments and collect data for process optimization and research purposes.
• Participate in process safety reviews and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, documentation, and process flow diagrams.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to improve plant efficiency and reliability.
• Learn and apply principles of chemical engineering to solve practical problems.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and quality standards.
• Assist in data analysis and reporting for process performance metrics.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Mass transfer

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, invites applications for a Junior Chemical Engineer. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in chemical processing, plant operations, and process improvement under the guidance of senior engineers.

You will learn design, troubleshooting, safety protocols, data analysis, and reporting while supporting efficiency and quality initiatives in an industrial setting.