Research Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Conference support

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a curious and innovative Research Chemical Engineer to join our development team on a hybrid schedule. You will explore new chemical processes, materials, and technologies to support future product development and translate lab findings into potential commercial applications.

You will design experiments, analyze results, collaborate with scientists and engineers, and contribute to intellectual property, conference attendance support, and access to

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 2–4 years of R&D experience, preferably in a chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry, physical chemistry and reaction engineering.
• Experience with laboratory techniques, analytical instrumentation and data analysis software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and scientific curiosity.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative research environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to investigate new chemical processes and materials.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and generate comprehensive reports.
• Develop and optimize reaction conditions and process parameters.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in the field.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate feasibility of new technologies.
• Contribute to intellectual property development, including patent filings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Independent work

Collaborative research

Education

MSc/PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Tools

Laboratory techniques

Analytical instrumentation

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a curious and innovative Research Chemical Engineer to join their development team in Upington , operating under a hybrid work model. This role focuses on exploring new chemical processes, materials, and technologies to drive future product development and innovation. You will conduct experiments, analyze results, and contribute to the formulation of new concepts and solutions. Collaborating with a team of researchers and engineers, you will help translate laboratory findings into potential commercial applications. This position is ideal for a motivated engineer with a passion for discovery and a strong foundation in chemical research principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to investigate new chemical processes and materials.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and generate comprehensive reports.
• Develop and optimize reaction conditions and process parameters.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in the field.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to evaluate the feasibility of new technologies.
• Contribute to intellectual property development, including patent filings.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 2-4 years of experience in research and development, preferably in a chemical industry setting.
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry, physical chemistry, and reaction engineering.
• Experience with laboratory techniques, analytical instrumentation, and data analysis software.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and scientific curiosity.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative research environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and research project bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Support for attending scientific conferences and publishing research.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art research facilities and equipment.