Project Engineer - Chemical Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement planning

Leadership opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a diligent Project Engineer with a chemical background to lead and execute chemical engineering projects from conception through delivery.

You will plan, coordinate resources, manage budgets, oversee on-site and remote stakeholders, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards. This hybrid role rewards initiative and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of project management or project engineer experience in chemical industry preferred.
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience with chemical plant design, construction and commissioning preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a hybrid model balancing site visits with remote coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, design, and execution phases of chemical engineering projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors and suppliers to meet objectives.
• Develop project schedules, manage budgets and track progress.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Identify and mitigate risks, resolve issues as they arise.
• Prepare project status reports and lead review meetings.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent Project Engineer with a background in chemical projects to join their team in Polokwane . This role involves managing and executing various chemical engineering projects from conception through to completion. You will be responsible for project planning, resource coordination, budget management, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope. This hybrid role requires a proactive individual capable of overseeing on-site activities while maintaining effective communication with remote stakeholders and team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning, design, and execution phases of chemical engineering projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project objectives are met.
• Develop project schedules, manage budgets, and track project progress.
• Ensure all project activities comply with safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving issues as they arise.
• Prepare project status reports and conduct project review meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in project management or project engineering, preferably in the chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Familiarity with chemical plant design, construction, and commissioning processes.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing site visits with remote coordination.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement planning assistance.
• Opportunities to lead impactful projects and gain diverse experience.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.