Junior Process Engineer - Chemical

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Excellent mentorship from experienced\

Exposure to diverse chemical processes

Career advancement

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a Junior Process Engineer with a Chemical Engineering background to support daily operations in a dynamic chemical processing environment. This entry-level position offers hands-on learning, mentorship from senior engineers, and the opportunity to contribute to process monitoring and optimization projects.

You will assist with data collection, troubleshooting, and documentation, gain exposure to P&IDs, and develop practical engineering skills through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Internship or co-op experience in an industrial or chemical plant setting is preferred.
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Strong desire to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in monitoring process performance and data collection.
• Support troubleshooting activities for process upsets and deviations.
• Help in the preparation of process documentation, reports, and P&IDs.
• Participate in plant walk-throughs and safety inspections.
• Conduct basic data analysis to identify trends and potential improvement areas.
• Aid in the implementation of minor process modifications or upgrades.

Skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Communication

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Process Engineer with a background in Chemical Engineering to support their operations in Upington . This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to gain practical experience in a dynamic chemical processing environment. You will assist senior engineers in process monitoring, troubleshooting, and the implementation of optimization projects. This role is designed to provide hands-on learning and development, allowing you to contribute to daily operations while building a strong foundation for a career in chemical engineering and supporting the facility's ongoing production goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in monitoring process performance and data collection.
• Support troubleshooting activities for process upsets and deviations.
• Help in the preparation of process documentation, reports, and P&IDs.
• Participate in plant walk-throughs and safety inspections.
• Conduct basic data analysis to identify trends and potential improvement areas.
• Aid in the implementation of minor process modifications or upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Internship or co-op experience in an industrial or chemical plant setting is preferred.
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Strong desire to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Excellent training and mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to diverse chemical processes and plant operations.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing organization.
• A supportive team environment focused on learning and development.