Chemical Process Design Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse projects

Professional development

Collaborative environment

International projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Process Design Engineer to translate concepts into detailed engineering plans for Soweto-based projects using state-of-the-art modeling and simulation tools.

You will develop PFDs and P&IDs, run simulations, select equipment, and contribute to safety reviews and equipment specs within a collaborative team, with opportunities for international projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in chemical process design and engineering.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and CAD tools.
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and mass transfer.
• Experience with industry codes and standards relevant to process design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams) and P&IDs for new chemical processes and plant modifications.
• Perform process simulations and calculations to optimize designs for efficiency, safety, and operability.
• Select appropriate equipment and materials for process design, considering operational requirements and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct process design reviews and HAZOP studies to ensure safety and integrity.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams throughout the design phase.
• Prepare technical specifications for equipment procurement and construction.

Skills

Design skills

Process simulation

CAD tools

Analytical problem-solving

Thermodynamics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

CAD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Chemical Process Design Engineer to contribute to the development of innovative chemical processes and facilities in Soweto . This role involves translating conceptual designs into detailed engineering plans, utilizing state-of-the- art modeling and simulation tools. You will play a crucial part in the design phase of new plants and upgrades, ensuring processes are safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and economically viable. This position is ideal for an engineer with strong design skills and a passion for creating cutting-edge chemical processing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams) and P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) for new chemical processes and plant modifications.
• Perform process simulations and calculations to optimize designs for efficiency, safety, and operability.
• Select appropriate equipment and materials for process design, considering operational requirements and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct process design reviews and HAZOP studies to ensure safety and integrity.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) throughout the design phase.
• Prepare technical specifications for equipment procurement and construction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in chemical process design and engineering.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and CAD tools.
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and mass transfer.
• Experience with industry codes and standards relevant to process design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging design projects.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• A collaborative engineering environment with access to advanced tools.
• Potential for involvement in international projects.