Strategic Chemical Engineer – Special Projects

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Insurance coverage

PTO & holidays

International travel

Innovative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly adaptable Chemical Engineer to lead special projects in Polokwane. You will tackle feasibility studies, techno-economic analyses, and pilot-scale testing for innovative processes.

The role requires a Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and 8+ years in project-based roles, with strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. International travel opportunities and a dynamic, growth-focused environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of diverse experience in chemical engineering, with a focus on project-based work.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, design, and implement new processes or technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute special projects focused on process innovation and tech evaluation.
• Conduct feasibility studies, techno-economic analyses, and risk assessments for new projects.
• Develop conceptual designs and process flow diagrams for novel processes or modifications.
• Oversee pilot-scale testing and validation of new technologies.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive project success.
• Prepare detailed project proposals and presentations for senior management.

Skills

Project management

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Economic analysis

Process design

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Techno-economic analysis

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly adaptable Chemical Engineer to lead special projects in Polokwane. You will tackle feasibility studies, techno-economic analyses, and pilot-scale testing for innovative processes.

The role requires a Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and 8+ years in project-based roles, with strong analytical and stakeholder management skills. International travel opportunities and a dynamic, growth-focused environment are offered.