Lead Process Engineer - Refinery Operations

Placements24; Kimberley; Ibrido; CAD 75.000 - 126.000; Tempo pieno

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Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Engineer for a major refinery project in Kimberley. The role combines on-site operational support with remote strategic planning, focusing on optimizing refinery performance and ensuring process safety.

You will lead process analyses, mentor engineers, and contribute to capital projects while upholding environmental and company standards in a hybrid work environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 9 years of process engineering experience in refinery operations.
• Strong knowledge of refinery units (CDU, FCC, hydrotreating, reformers).

Mansioni

• Oversee and optimize refinery process unit performance for safety and efficiency.
• Conduct mass/energy balances, P&IDs reviews, and PFD development.
• Lead process safety reviews (HAZOP) and implement recommendations.
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Support capital projects and debottlenecking initiatives.

Conoscenze

Chemical Engineering

9+ years experience

Refinery operations

Process simulation

Process safety

Leadership

Project management

Hybrid work

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Strumenti

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client, a major refiner and marketer in the downstream Oil & Gas sector, seeks a highly experienced Lead Process Engineer for their facility in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA. This role utilizes a hybrid work model, combining on-site operational support with remote strategic planning. The Lead Process Engineer will be responsible for optimizing refinery operations, ensuring process safety, and driving efficiency improvements across various processing units. You will provide technical leadership, troubleshoot complex operational issues, and contribute to major capital projects and debottlenecking initiatives. This position is critical to maintaining and enhancing the profitability and operational integrity of the refinery. The ideal candidate possesses extensive knowledge of refining processes, thermodynamics, and process control.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize the performance of refinery process units, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation.
• Conduct process analyses, including mass and energy balances, P&IDs review, and PFD development.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements, debottlenecking, and yield enhancement.
• Lead process safety reviews, including HAZOP studies, and ensure implementation of recommendations.
• Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support for operational challenges.
• Develop and evaluate process designs for capital projects and modifications.
• Mentor and guide junior process engineers and technical staff.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company standards.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to achieve business objectives.
• Stay current with new technologies and best practices in refinery process engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 9 years of experience in process engineering, with a significant focus on refinery operations.
• Proven experience with various refinery units (e.g., CDU, FCC, hydrotreating, reformers).
• Strong understanding of process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II).
• In-depth knowledge of process safety principles and PHA methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in managing projects and driving change initiatives.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, retirement, and life insurance.
• The hybrid work model provides flexibility, with the primary office located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, ZA.

Join a leading organization dedicated to operational excellence and innovation in the Oil & Gas refining sector.