Chemical Process Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & development

Stable environment

Direct plant impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Engineer to join their industrial facility in Benoni. The role focuses on day-to-day operation, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production.

You will work closely with plant operators, maintenance teams, and management to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence, delivering measurable improvements in yield and plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a chemical plant or industrial setting.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering, process control, and instrumentation.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and hazard analyses.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using Excel or specialized software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and hands-on problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical processes for optimal performance and quality.
• Troubleshoot deviations and malfunctions; implement corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analyses and develop preventative measures.
• Develop and implement process improvements to boost yield and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with maintenance to schedule repairs and upgrades.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

PSM

Data analysis

Process control

Instrumentation

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Process software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a dedicated Chemical Process Engineer to join their industrial facility in Benoni . This role focuses on the day-to-day operation, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production. You will work closely with plant operators, maintenance teams, and management to maintain operational excellence and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands‑on role perfect for an engineer who enjoys solving practical problems and seeing the direct impact of their work on production output and plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical processes to ensure optimal performance, efficiency, and product quality.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and equipment malfunctions, implementing effective corrective actions.
• Conduct root cause analyses for process upsets and develop preventative measures.
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance yield, reduce waste, and lower operating costs.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to schedule and execute necessary equipment repairs and upgrades.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards within the plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a chemical plant or industrial setting, focusing on process operations and optimization.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, process control, and instrumentation.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) and hazard analysis techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, using tools like Excel or specialized process software.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a practical, hands‑on approach.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• A stable and supportive working environment in Benoni .
• Direct impact on plant efficiency and operational success.