Remote Junior Process Engineer — Growth & Mentorship

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level salary

Remote work setup

Health insurance

Mentorship program

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Process Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will support senior engineers in process design, simulations, and optimization from your home office, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges.

This remote-first role emphasizes continuous learning, collaboration through digital tools, and a structured mentorship program. A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and familiarity with Aspen Plus or HYSYS are preferred, along with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
• Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles
• Familiarity with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of PFDs and P&IDs.
• Perform process simulations and calculations for mass and energy balances.
• Support data collection and analysis for process improvement initiatives.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and documentation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
• Learn and apply company standards for process design and safety

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a driven Junior Process Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will support senior engineers in process design, simulations, and optimization from your home office, applying academic knowledge to real-world challenges.

This remote-first role emphasizes continuous learning, collaboration through digital tools, and a structured mentorship program. A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and familiarity with Aspen Plus or HYSYS are preferred, along with strong