Senior Chemical Engineer - R&D and Innovation

Placements24; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Training & conferences

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Chemical Engineer to spearhead R&D efforts, drive new product development, scale-up processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring innovations to market.

The role requires a strong background in chemical engineering or chemistry, 6+ years in R&D, and leadership skills to mentor engineers and chemists while advancing sustainability and process optimization.

Formación

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• 6+ years of R&D, product development, or process innovation experience.
• Experience designing and executing lab experiments and pilot plant studies.
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry, reaction kinetics, and separation processes.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation (GC, HPLC, NMR, FTIR).
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, with experience in technical writing.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team in Randburg, Gauteng.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage R&D projects focused on new product development and process innovation.
• Conduct laboratory experiments, pilot plant trials, and scale-up studies for new chemical processes.
• Characterize chemical products and processes using analytical techniques.
• Optimize existing manufacturing processes for improved efficiency, yield, and sustainability.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies relevant to the specialty chemicals sector.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, patents, and research proposals.
• Mentor junior engineers and chemists within the R&D department.

Conocimientos

R&D leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Scientific writing

Communication skills

Educación

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Herramientas

GC

HPLC

NMR

FTIR

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a leader in specialty chemicals, is seeking an innovative Senior Chemical Engineer to spearhead their Research and Development efforts in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is pivotal in driving the development of new products and processes, enhancing existing formulations, and exploring novel chemical technologies. You will lead R&D projects from conception through to scale-up, collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring cutting-edge solutions to market. This position demands creativity, deep technical expertise, and a passion for scientific discovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage R&D projects focused on new product development and process innovation.
• Conduct laboratory experiments, pilot plant trials, and scale-up studies for new chemical processes.
• Characterize chemical products and processes using analytical techniques.
• Optimize existing manufacturing processes for improved efficiency, yield, and sustainability.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies relevant to the specialty chemicals sector.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, sales, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, patents, and research proposals.
• Mentor junior engineers and chemists within the R&D department.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in R&D, product development, or process innovation, preferably in the specialty chemicals industry.
• Proven experience in designing and executing laboratory experiments and pilot plant studies.
• Strong understanding of organic chemistry, reaction kinetics, and separation processes.
• Proficiency with analytical instrumentation (e.g., GC, HPLC, NMR, FTIR).
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, with experience in technical writing.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team in a research-focused environment in Randburg, Gauteng .
• Experience with intellectual property and patent processes is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training, conference attendance, and career advancement are abundant.
• Be at the forefront of chemical innovation in a dynamic and collaborative setting in Randburg, Gauteng .
• This is an on-site role.