Senior Process Engineer, Mining & Energy — On-site Welkom

Placements24

Willows (CA)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 103,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Provident fund

Bonuses based on performance

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Job summary

Placements24 is actively seeking a Senior Process Engineer for an on-site role in Welkom, Free State. The successful candidate will optimize and innovate industrial processes in energy and mining operations, focusing on efficiency and environmental sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background with at least seven years of experience in process design, simulation (Aspen Plus, HYSYS), and optimization, and strong analytical and project management skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
Minimum 7 years of experience in process engineering, with mining/energy exposure.
Experience in process design, simulation (Aspen Plus, HYSYS), and optimization.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize chemical and physical processes for resource extraction and energy production.
Conduct process simulations, modeling, and data analysis to identify areas for improvement.
Develop and implement process control strategies to enhance efficiency, yield, and safety.
Troubleshoot complex operational issues and implement effective solutions.
Oversee the scale-up from pilot to full production.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental regulations and industry standards.
Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
Prepare technical reports, feasibility studies, and process documentation.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on process engineering principles.
Evaluate new technologies and methodologies for potential implementation.