Junior Process Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Structured training program

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Exposure to diverse chemical processes

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Junior Process Engineer to support operations in a dynamic chemical manufacturing setting. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience, mentoring, and exposure to process improvements.

You will assist senior engineers with data analysis, monitor plant processes, conduct basic tests, and help document P&IDs and SOPs, while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing plant process data to identify performance trends and potential issues.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting operational problems and implementing solutions.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, contributing to efficiency and cost reduction efforts.
• Help prepare process documentation, including P&IDs and operating procedures.
• Conduct basic laboratory tests and pilot plant runs under supervision.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and quality standards in all tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Teamwork & communication

Process simulation software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Process Engineer to support their operations in Nelspruit . This entry-level position is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. You will assist senior engineers in process monitoring, data analysis, troubleshooting, and implementation of process improvements. Joining this team means becoming part of a supportive structure that prioritizes professional development and practical learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing plant process data to identify performance trends and potential issues.
• Support senior engineers in troubleshooting operational problems and implementing solutions.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives, contributing to efficiency and cost reduction efforts.
• Help prepare process documentation, including P&IDs and operating procedures.
• Conduct basic laboratory tests and pilot plant runs under supervision.
• Ensure adherence to safety procedures and quality standards in all tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Strong academic background with a solid understanding of chemical engineering principles.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a chemical manufacturing setting in Nelspruit .

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and potential for annual increments.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Structured training program and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to a wide range of chemical processes and technologies.
• A positive and collaborative team environment focused on growth.