Junior Chemical Engineer - Mentored Training & Growth

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Structured training program

Mentorship

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer in Bloemfontein to join a growing team. This entry-level role offers hands‑on experience in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment, with mentorship from senior engineers to develop skills in process design, development, and optimization.

You will support process documentation, data collection, and analysis, contributing to safety, efficiency, and product quality while learning in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of fundamental chemical engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of chemical processes and equipment.
• Support data collection and analysis for process monitoring and optimization efforts.
• Conduct literature reviews and research on new technologies and materials relevant to chemical engineering.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs) and assist in implementing safety recommendations.
• Prepare process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and operational procedures under supervision.
• Collaborate with the operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot minor process issues.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team-player mindset

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer in Bloemfontein to join a growing team. This entry-level role offers hands‑on experience in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment, with mentorship from senior engineers to develop skills in process design, development, and optimization.

You will support process documentation, data collection, and analysis, contributing to safety, efficiency, and product quality while learning in a collaborative team setting.