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Chemical Engineer - Polymerization Processes

South AfricaFull-time2026-10-30
On-site · South Africa

Core

Design, develop, and optimize polymerization processes to ensure efficient and safe production of high-performance polymer materials.

Role type

Chemical Engineer (Process Engineering)

Builds

High-performance polymer materials

Domain

Specialty Polymers / Chemical Manufacturing

Required skills

Polymer chemistry, reaction kinetics, reactor design, process simulation, P&ID/PFD development, process hazard analysis (PHA), troubleshooting, yield optimization, safety compliance

Preferred skills

Process simulation software proficiency, technology transfer experience

Technologies

Process simulation software, P&ID tools, PFD tools

Responsibilities

Design and optimize polymerization processes; Conduct process simulations and laboratory experiments; Monitor plant operations and analyze process data; Troubleshoot process deviations; Develop and maintain process documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs); Perform process hazard analyses (PHAs); Collaborate with R&D and production teams for scale-up.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC