Junior Process Engineer: Training & Mentorship Path

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & mentorship

Diverse challenges

Growth in Nelspruit

Meaningful projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Process Engineer to support chemical operations in Nelspruit. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting under senior engineers.

You will work on designing and improving processes, preparing P&IDs, analyzing data, and ensuring safety standards. Growth opportunities within the team are highlighted, with dedicated mentorship and training.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering.
• 0–3 years of experience in chemical engineering or related field.
• Basic understanding of chemical process principles and unit operations.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of chemical processes and equipment.
• Support process optimization efforts to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct data analysis and prepare reports on process performance.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities for operational issues.
• Assist with the preparation of Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and technical documentation.
• Adhere to all safety and environmental standards during plant operations.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.Sc./B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Process Engineer to support chemical operations in Nelspruit. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates to gain hands-on experience in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting under senior engineers.

You will work on designing and improving processes, preparing P&IDs, analyzing data, and ensuring safety standards. Growth opportunities within the team are highlighted, with dedicated mentorship and training.