Chemical Process Design Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Equipment & software provided

Global project exposure

Professional growth support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Chemical Process Design Engineer to contribute to global projects with a strong focus on conceptualization, design, and development of chemical processes. The role is remote, offering flexibility while delivering detailed P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment specs for diverse industrial applications.

The candidate should have a formal Chemical Engineering degree and a minimum of six years in process design, with proficiency in Aspen HYSYS, UniSim, and CAD

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in chemical process design.
• Proficiency in process design software (Aspen HYSYS/UniSim) and CAD tools.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Experience with HAZOP studies and process safety management.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed process designs for new chemical plants and process modifications.
• Prepare P&IDs, flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.
• Perform mass and energy balance calculations for various unit operations.
• Conduct process simulations to evaluate design alternatives and optimize performance.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and project teams remotely.

Skills

6+ years experience

Thermodynamics & fluid dynamics

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

UniSim

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled Chemical Process Design Engineer to contribute to their innovative projects, working remotely. This role focuses on the conceptualization, design, and development of chemical processes for various industrial applications. You will be responsible for creating detailed process designs, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment specifications. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker with a strong analytical background, capable of translating complex requirements into efficient and safe process designs. This position offers the flexibility of remote work combined with the challenge of contributing to significant engineering endeavors for a global client base.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed process designs for new chemical plants and process modifications.


• Prepare Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.


• Perform mass and energy balance calculations for various unit operations.


• Conduct process simulations to evaluate design alternatives and optimize performance.


• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.


• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and project teams remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering .


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in chemical process design.


• Proficiency in process design software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, UniSim) and CAD tools.


• Strong understanding of unit operations, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.


• Experience with HAZOP studies and process safety management.


• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.


• Flexible remote working arrangements.


• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging international projects.


• Provision of necessary remote work equipment and software.


• A supportive virtual team environment focused on professional growth.