Chemical Process Design Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,050,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Innovative projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a skilled Chemical Process Design Engineer to contribute to projects throughout the development of chemical processes for new plants and modifications.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, at least 4 years of design experience, and proficiency with process simulation software and CAD tools. Excellent technical writing and communication are essential for collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in chemical process design engineering.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles and equipment design.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a project-driven environment in Benoni.

Responsibilities

• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs.
• Perform heat and mass balance calculations for chemical processes.
• Specify process equipment, including reactors, columns, pumps, and heat exchangers.
• Conduct hazard and operability (HAZOP) studies and other risk assessments.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure designs meet requirements and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Process simulation software

CAD tools

Technical writing

Communication skills

Chemical engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Chemical Process Design Engineer to contribute to their projects based in Benoni . This role involves the conceptualization, design, and detailed engineering of chemical processes for new plants and modifications to existing facilities. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to translate process requirements into robust and cost-effective designs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the development of chemical infrastructure and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform heat and mass balance calculations for chemical processes.
• Specify process equipment, including reactors, columns, pumps, and heat exchangers.
• Conduct hazard and operability (HAZOP) studies and other risk assessments.
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure designs meet requirements and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in chemical process design engineering.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles and equipment design.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a project-driven environment in Benoni .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Paid time off and holiday leave.
• Professional development opportunities and training.
• Be part of innovative engineering projects from the ground up.