R&D Chemical Engineer: Lab & Pilot Plant, Hybrid

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth in R&D

Exposure to innovative projects

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer to join its R&D team in Mahikeng, North West. The role blends extensive laboratory work with pilot plant trials and remote data analysis, supporting new product and process development from concept to optimization.

The ideal candidate will hold a Chemical Engineering degree with 2–5 years in R&D or process engineering, strong experimental and data-analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in chemical R&D or process engineering.
• Solid understanding of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and experimental design.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Familiarity with process simulation software is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities for hybrid work.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to investigate new chemical reactions, materials, and processes.
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results to guide further research efforts.
• Assist in the scale-up of promising laboratory processes to pilot plant level.
• Develop and optimize process parameters for improved efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for research findings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product development and manufacturing.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Data analysis

Laboratory skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Hybrid work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer to join its R&D team in Mahikeng, North West. The role blends extensive laboratory work with pilot plant trials and remote data analysis, supporting new product and process development from concept to optimization.

The ideal candidate will hold a Chemical Engineering degree with 2–5 years in R&D or process engineering, strong experimental and data-analysis skills, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines in a hybrid work setting.