Process Development Engineer - Specialty Chemicals (Scale-Up)

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Engineer for its client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will help convert new chemical formulations from lab scale to pilot and full-scale production, focusing on safety, quality and efficiency.

You will develop process flow diagrams, PFDs and P&IDs, run pilot plant trials, analyze data, and support technology transfer to production teams. This is a hands-on role in a forward-looking speciality chemicals company that values innovation and rigorous process

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical manufacturing processes for new and existing speciality chemical products.
• Scale up processes from laboratory and pilot plant to commercial production, managing all technical aspects.
• Conduct pilot plant trials, gather data, and analyze results to refine process parameters.
• Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment datasheets for new process installations or modifications.
• Perform process safety reviews and ensure compliance with all HSE regulations.
• Collaborate closely with R&D chemists and production teams to ensure seamless technology transfer.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Process development

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Engineer for its client in Tembisa, Gauteng. You will help convert new chemical formulations from lab scale to pilot and full-scale production, focusing on safety, quality and efficiency.

You will develop process flow diagrams, PFDs and P&IDs, run pilot plant trials, analyze data, and support technology transfer to production teams. This is a hands-on role in a forward-looking speciality chemicals company that values innovation and rigorous process