Junior Chemical Engineer - Specialty Additives

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced chemical-?

Hands-on industry experience

Safe and supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is offering a Junior Chemical Engineer internship to join their production and development team. The role provides hands-on experience in process monitoring, data collection, small-scale experiments, and optimization of existing production lines.

Ideal candidates are pursuing or have completed a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, eager to learn, and ready to work on-site with a proactive attitude.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic record with understanding of core chemical engineering principles.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Soweto and in a team.
• Available for the duration of the internship.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in monitoring and optimizing chemical production processes.
• Collect and analyze process data for reports.
• Participate in lab experiments and pilot plant trials under supervision.
• Help troubleshoot minor process deviations and operational issues.
• Contribute to SOP development and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to SHE policies and procedures.
• Support process improvement and data gathering.
• Conduct literature reviews on chemical engineering topics.
• Assist with equipment checks and maintenance records.
• Learn and apply fundamental chemical engineering principles daily.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking manufacturer of specialty additives, is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Chemical Engineer to join their production and development team in Soweto . This internship position is designed to provide hands-on experience and comprehensive training in various aspects of chemical engineering within an industrial setting. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers on process monitoring, data collection, small-scale experiments, and assist in optimizing existing production lines. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses a solid academic foundation in chemical engineering, and is keen to apply theoretical knowledge to practical challenges. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity to kick-start your career in the chemical industry and gain valuable insights into real-world applications. The role requires dedication and a proactive attitude while working at our facility in Soweto .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in monitoring and optimizing chemical production processes.
• Collect and analyze process data, contributing to performance reports.
• Participate in laboratory experiments and pilot plant trials under supervision.
• Help troubleshoot minor process deviations and operational issues.
• Contribute to the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure adherence to safety, health, and environmental (SHE) policies and procedures.
• Support process improvement initiatives and data gathering efforts.
• Conduct literature reviews and research on relevant chemical engineering topics.
• Assist with equipment checks and maintenance documentation.
• Learn and apply fundamental chemical engineering principles to daily tasks.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Strong academic record with a solid understanding of core chemical engineering principles.
• Eagerness to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Basic knowledge of process simulation software is a plus.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to take on new challenges.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Must be available for the duration of the internship program.
• Must be able to work on-site in Soweto .

Benefits

• Stipend/hourly wage commensurate with an internship role.
• Valuable hands-on industry experience.
• Mentorship from experienced chemical engineers.
• Exposure to various aspects of chemical manufacturing.
• Opportunity to learn about specialty additive production.
• Potential for future employment opportunities based on performance.
• Safe and supportive work environment.