Research and Development Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Education opportunities

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Research and Development Chemical Engineer to join its Bloemfontein-based R&D department. This role focuses on exploring new chemical processes, developing novel materials, and scaling up laboratory discoveries to pilot and commercial production.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and have experience in process development, scale-up, and reaction engineering.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering required.
• Experience in R&D, process development, or scale-up.
• Strong background in reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and separation technologies.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation.
• Experience with process simulation software and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent scientific curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot plant studies to develop and optimize new chemical processes and products.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and develop mathematical models to describe process behavior.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including chemists, material scientists, and other engineers, to achieve project goals.
• Develop scale-up strategies and design pilot-scale equipment for testing new processes.
• Write detailed technical reports, research papers, and patent applications.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and technological trends in the chemical engineering field.

Skills

Reaction engineering

Thermodynamics

Separation tech

Process simulation

Statistical analysis

Lab instrumentation

Communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Research and Development Chemical Engineer to join their cutting-edge R&D department in Bloemfontein . This role focuses on exploring new chemical processes, developing novel materials, and scaling up laboratory discoveries to pilot and commercial production. You will work on challenging and exciting projects, collaborating with scientists and engineers to bring new products and technologies to market. The ideal candidate is a curious and driven individual with a passion for scientific discovery and practical application in chemical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory experiments and pilot plant studies to develop and optimize new chemical processes and products.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and develop mathematical models to describe process behavior.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including chemists, material scientists, and other engineers, to achieve project goals.
• Develop scale-up strategies and design pilot-scale equipment for testing new processes.
• Write detailed technical reports, research papers, and patent applications.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and technological trends in the chemical engineering field.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in R&D, process development, or scale-up.
• Strong background in reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and separation technologies.
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment and analytical instrumentation.
• Experience with process simulation software and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent scientific curiosity, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with R&D specific bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for further education and attending scientific conferences.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and equipment.
• A creative and intellectually stimulating work environment.