Product Development Chemical Engineer: Scale-Up Innovation

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer focused on Product Development to join a dynamic team in Paarl, Western Cape. The role involves laboratory-scale synthesis, process optimization, and scale-up studies to move products from R&D to manufacturing.

The candidate should have a strong foundation in organic chemistry and chemical engineering principles, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and collaborate with researchers and manufacturing personnel.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in organic chemistry and chemical engineering principles.
• Experience with lab-scale synthesis and process optimization is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and maintain meticulous records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments for new product synthesis and formulation.
• Develop and optimize chemical processes for product manufacturing.
• Perform scale-up studies from bench to pilot and commercial scale.
• Characterize new products and intermediates using analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with R&D chemists and formulators on product development projects.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for product development milestones.
• Troubleshoot process issues encountered during development and scale-up.
• Ensure all development activities adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Assist in the

Skills

Organic chemistry

Chemical engineering

Lab skills

Tools

Analytical instruments

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer focused on Product Development to join a dynamic team in Paarl, Western Cape. The role involves laboratory-scale synthesis, process optimization, and scale-up studies to move products from R&D to manufacturing.

The candidate should have a strong foundation in organic chemistry and chemical engineering principles, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and collaborate with researchers and manufacturing personnel.