Junior Chemical Engineer: Process Optimization Trainee

Placements24

Soweto

On-site

ZAR 250,000 - 350,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid
Structured training program
Mentorship
Career progression
Soweto-based role

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the process optimization team. You will assist senior engineers to analyze data, troubleshoot processes, and implement improvements under supervision.

The role emphasizes learning, safety, and hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing. Ideal for recent graduates or early‑career engineers with strong analytical skills, good communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
  • 0-3 years of experience in chemical industry or internships is desired.
  • Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Assist senior engineers in analyzing process data to identify improvements.
  • Participate in process troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
  • Support implementation of process changes and new technologies.
  • Help prepare process documentation, including flow diagrams and SOPs.
  • Conduct basic process simulations and calculations under supervision.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and contribute to a safe working environment.

Skills

Process data analysis
Analytical skills
Teamwork
Communication
Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Junior Chemical Engineer to join the process optimization team. You will assist senior engineers to analyze data, troubleshoot processes, and implement improvements under supervision.

The role emphasizes learning, safety, and hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing. Ideal for recent graduates or early‑career engineers with strong analytical skills, good communication, and teamwork.

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