Hydrogen Production Engineer — Electrolysis & Green Tech

Placements24

Riverton (UT)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 91,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Hydrogen Energy Production Engineer for our client in Upington, Northern Cape. Lead design, optimization and operations of hydrogen production facilities using electrolysis and related tech to support South Africa's green energy goals.

The ideal candidate has a chemical or process engineering background with 7+ years in process design or operations, hydrogen electrolysis experience, and proficiency in Aspen Plus/HYSYS and CAD tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
7+ years in process design, project engineering or operations in chemicals/energy.
Hydrogen production electrolysis experience is highly desirable.
Strong thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, reaction kinetics and mass transfer.
Knowledge of safety standards and risk management for hydrogen.
Proficiency in Aspen Plus, HYSYS and CAD tools.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

Design and engineer hydrogen production systems (electrolysis) and BOP components.
Perform feasibility studies, simulations and techno-economic assessments.
Develop P&IDs, equipment specs, and process flow diagrams.
Oversee procurement, construction, installation and commissioning.
Create and implement robust operating and maintenance procedures.
Ensure compliance with hydrogen safety standards and regulations.
Troubleshoot, optimize process performance and costs.
Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers and safety officers.
Monitor advances in hydrogen tech, storage and transport.
Prepare technical reports, docs and performance analyses.