Junior Process Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Remote work setup

Health insurance

Mentorship program

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Process Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will support senior engineers in process design, simulations, and optimization from your home office, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges.

This remote-first role emphasizes continuous learning, collaboration through digital tools, and a structured mentorship program. A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and familiarity with Aspen Plus or HYSYS are preferred, along with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles
• Familiarity with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of PFDs and P&IDs.
• Perform process simulations and calculations for mass and energy balances.
• Support data collection and analysis for process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and documentation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
• Learn and apply company standards for process design and safety

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a driven and adaptable Junior Process Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career engineer eager to apply their academic knowledge to real-world chemical process challenges. You will support senior engineers in process design, analysis, and optimization, contributing to a variety of exciting projects from the comfort of your home office. The position emphasizes continuous learning, collaboration through digital tools, and developing essential skills in a supportive, remote-first environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in chemical engineering with a company that invests in its people.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform process simulations and calculations for mass and energy balances.
• Support the data collection and analysis for process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and documentation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
• Learn and apply company standards for process design and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles and unit operations.
• Familiarity with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Full remote work setup.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• Structured training and mentorship program.
• Opportunities for career growth and development in chemical engineering.