Junior Process Engineer – Chemical & Process Plant Engineering
C3 Resources Investments · Centurion, Gauteng
Posted 27 October 2026
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Junior Process Engineer – Chemical & Process Plant Engineering
Location: Centurion, Gauteng (Office-Based) Department: Process Engineering Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time Remuneration: R20 000 – R30 000 pm CTC (Suggested, negotiable based on experience)
About the Company
Our client is a leading multidisciplinary engineering company delivering innovative process engineering solutions across the mining, metallurgical, chemical, energy and industrial sectors . With projects spanning South Africa and international markets, the company offers an excellent opportunity for a young engineer to develop practical engineering expertise within a professional, technically challenging environment. Duties & Responsibilities
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a recently qualified or Junior Process Engineer to join an experienced Process Engineering team. This position is ideal for a motivated Chemical Engineering graduate looking to build a career in process design, plant engineering and industrial process technologies . Working under the guidance of senior engineers, the successful candidate will gain valuable exposure to engineering design, process calculations, equipment specifications and project implementation.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with mass and energy balances and process design calculations.
- Prepare and update Block Flow Diagrams (BFDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
- Support the preparation of equipment data sheets and technical specifications.
- Assist with process modelling, design documentation and technical reports.
- Participate in plant inspections, testing and commissioning activities.
- Support process optimisation and research and development initiatives.
- Work closely with mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineering teams.
Minimum Requirements
- BEng/BSc Engineering or National Diploma in Chemical Engineering from a recognised institution.
- 0–3 years' relevant experience ; recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Basic understanding of chemical engineering principles, mass and energy balances and process design.
- Exposure to process simulation software would be advantageous.
- Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities.
- Good communication skills and willingness to learn.
- An interest in process plant engineering, mining,
- or industrial applications.
An excellent opportunity to develop your engineering career while gaining practical experience on challenging local and international projects. Package & Remuneration
R300 000 - R420 000 - Annually