Chemical Process Engineer - Capital Projects (On-site)

Placements24; Lorenziberg; On-site; EUR 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to join our project execution team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will drive capital project delivery, ensuring new and modified processes meet design specs, safety standards, and readiness for operation.

The role is hands-on, collaborating with project managers, engineering disciplines, and site operations from detailed design through commissioning and start-up, with a strong emphasis on process safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 3-5 years of experience in chemical process engineering, focused on project execution or capital projects.
• Familiarity with P&ID development, equipment sizing, and process simulations.
• Understanding of project management principles and lifecycle.
• Knowledge of process safety standards and best practices.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with diverse teams.
• Proficiency with MS Office and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Support the detailed design and engineering phase of capital projects.
• Review vendor documentation and ensure adherence to project specs.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of process equipment and systems.
• Develop and execute pre-commissioning and commissioning plans.
• Assist with process start-up activities and initial operation stabilization.
• Conduct site safety inspections and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance for smooth handover.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during project implementation and start-up.
• Develop and update process documentation (P&IDs, operating manuals, training materials).
• Participate in PHAs for new installations.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Project execution

Process safety

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

P&ID development

Process simulations

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to join our project execution team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will drive capital project delivery, ensuring new and modified processes meet design specs, safety standards, and readiness for operation.

The role is hands-on, collaborating with project managers, engineering disciplines, and site operations from detailed design through commissioning and start-up, with a strong emphasis on process safety and operational excellence.