Senior Nanomaterials Engineer — Remote (Advanced Composites)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Nanomaterials Engineer to lead R&D in advanced composites, based in Durban. You will develop novel nanomaterials to enhance performance of composite structures and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Nanotechnology, with 6+ years in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization, and expertise with CNTs/graphene and analytical tools such as TEM, SEM, AFM, XRD and Raman spectroscopy.

Qualifications

• Requires 6+ years hands-on experience in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization
• Expertise with carbon-based nanomaterials (CNTs, graphene) and polymer matrix integration
• Strong knowledge of material mechanics and failure analysis in composites
• Experience with TEM, SEM, AFM, XRD, and Raman spectroscopy

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D projects focused on synthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials in advanced composites.
• Design and develop novel nanofabrication processes and material formulations.
• Conduct extensive testing and characterization of nanomaterials and composite materials using advanced analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to integrate nanomaterials into next‑generation products.
• Publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations in labs and pilot plants.

Skills

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Analytical thinking

Written and oral communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Materials Science/Engineering

Tools

TEM

SEM

AFM

XRD

Raman spectroscopy

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Nanomaterials Engineer to lead R&D in advanced composites, based in Durban. You will develop novel nanomaterials to enhance performance of composite structures and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Nanotechnology, with 6+ years in nanomaterials synthesis and characterization, and expertise with CNTs/graphene and analytical tools such as TEM, SEM, AFM, XRD and Raman spectroscopy.