Process Development Engineer

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Access to lab facilities

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Engineer in Tembisa to join our chemical engineering division. This hybrid role blends in-office collaboration with remote flexibility to drive process improvements and new technology implementations.

You will bridge laboratory innovations to full-scale production, ensuring product quality and efficiency while supporting continuous improvement and hands-on problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• 2–5 years in process development, scale-up, or manufacturing support in chemical industry.
• Experience with experimental design and data analysis.
• Familiarity with PSM principles and hazardous materials handling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Hybrid work experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for scale-up and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot-scale trials.
• Analyze process data and implement improvements.
• Prepare reports and present recommendations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, and QA teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Hybrid teamwork

PSM familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Process Development Engineer to contribute to their innovative chemical engineering division in Tembisa. This hybrid role offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing you to work on critical process improvements and new technology implementations. You will play a key part in bridging the gap between laboratory-scale innovations and full-scale production, ensuring our chemical products meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. This position is ideal for an engineer eager to make a tangible impact in a growing industrial sector, working within a supportive team environment that values continuous improvement and hands‑on problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for new and existing products, focusing on scalability and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot‑scale trials to validate process designs and gather performance data.
• Analyze process data using statistical methods to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on process development findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, R&D, and quality assurance teams to ensure successful process implementation.
• Ensure all process development activities adhere to stringent safety and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or manufacturing support within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in experimental design and data analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) principles and hazardous materials handling.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a hybrid team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model balancing office and remote work.
• Access to advanced laboratory and pilot plant facilities.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and specialized training.