Process Development Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Chemical Engineer for its Port Elizabeth operations. Translate laboratory discoveries into scalable, robust manufacturing processes and support full-scale production across the process development lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a passion for solving problems in a dynamic industrial environment. You will collaborate with R&D, engineering and manufacturing teams to drive successful technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process development or chemical process engineering.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Strong understanding of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
• Proven ability to scale up chemical processes safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to develop and optimize chemical processes for new and existing products.
• Perform process modeling and simulation to predict performance and identify potential issues.
• Scale up processes from laboratory to pilot plant and ultimately to commercial production.
• Analyze process data to ensure product quality, yield, and efficiency targets are met.
• Develop and implement process control strategies and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful technology transfer.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and innovative Process Development Chemical Engineer to join their expanding team in Port Elizabeth . This role is central to translating laboratory discoveries into scalable, efficient, and robust manufacturing processes. You will be involved in the entire lifecycle of process development, from conceptual design and pilot-scale testing to supporting full-scale production. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a passion for problem-solving in a dynamic industrial environment. This is a prime opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's innovation pipeline and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments to develop and optimize chemical processes for new and existing products.
• Perform process modeling and simulation to predict performance and identify potential issues.
• Scale up processes from laboratory to pilot plant and ultimately to commercial production.
• Analyze process data to ensure product quality, yield, and efficiency targets are met.
• Develop and implement process control strategies and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful technology transfer.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process development or chemical process engineering.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Strong understanding of chemical kinetics , thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
• Proven ability to scale up chemical processes safely and efficiently.
• Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Generous annual leave.
• A collaborative and innovative work atmosphere.