Junior Process Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship and extensive training

Medical aid and pension

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Process Engineer in East London, Eastern Cape. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting under the guidance of senior engineers to improve plant efficiency, safety, and product quality.

The candidate will work on basic process calculations, data collection, and support for process improvements while adhering to safety procedures, in a collaborative environment ideal for launching a chemical engineering career

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 0-2 years of experience in chemical engineering; internships or co-op valued.
• Basic understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transfer.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in a plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of chemical processes.
• Monitor plant operations and collect process data.
• Participate in troubleshooting plant operational issues and identify potential solutions.
• Conduct basic process calculations and simulations.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and modifications.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental procedures.
• Learn and apply process control principles and equipment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic player in the chemical manufacturing industry, is seeking a motivated Junior Process Engineer to join their team in East London, Eastern Cape. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting within a supportive environment. You will work closely with senior engineers, contributing to projects aimed at improving plant efficiency, safety, and product quality. This is an ideal role for someone looking to launch their career in chemical engineering in East London.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of chemical processes.
• Monitor plant operations and collect process data.
• Participate in troubleshooting plant operational issues and identify potential solutions.
• Conduct basic process calculations and simulations.
• Support the implementation of process improvements and modifications.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to safety and environmental procedures.
• Learn and apply process control principles and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of experience in chemical engineering, internships or co-op experience highly valued.
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat/mass transfer).
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in a plant environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive starting salary, comprehensive benefits including medical aid and pension, mentorship programs, extensive training opportunities, and a pathway for career advancement within the company.