Chemical Process Engineer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical and retirement benefits

On-site training and professional dev

Stable employment in leading chemical厂

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Chemical Process Engineer for our established facility in Centurion, Gauteng. You will analyze process data, drive improvements, and help boost productivity while reducing waste in on-site operations.

Work closely with production and engineering teams to maintain high safety and quality standards, tackling challenges with practical troubleshooting and collaborative problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a chemical process engineering role.
• Strong practical experience in process troubleshooting and optimization.
• Familiarity with process safety principles and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in process simulation software is a plus.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills for on-site collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production process performance, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and execute process improvement projects, focusing on efficiency, safety, and cost reduction.
• Design and specify modifications to existing process equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with the plant's operations and maintenance departments to ensure smooth and efficient production.
• Prepare process documentation, including P&IDs, SOPs, and safety guidelines.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and other risk assessment activities to ensure process safety.

Skills

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent Chemical Process Engineer to join their established facility in Centurion . This role is crucial for the continuous improvement and operational efficiency of our manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for analyzing process data, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing solutions to boost productivity and reduce waste within the Gauteng chemical sector. Working closely with the production and engineering teams on-site, you will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality in a hands‑on capacity. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a collaborative, results-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production process performance, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and execute process improvement projects, focusing on efficiency, safety, and cost reduction.
• Design and specify modifications to existing process equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with the plant's operations and maintenance departments to ensure smooth and efficient production.
• Prepare process documentation, including P&IDs, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety guidelines.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and other risk assessment activities to ensure process safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a chemical process engineering role.
• Strong practical experience in process troubleshooting and optimization.
• Familiarity with process safety principles and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in process simulation software is a plus.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills for on-site collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with regular reviews.
• Full medical and retirement benefits.
• On-site training and professional development opportunities.
• Stable and secure employment in a leading chemical manufacturing company.
• Positive and supportive work environment in Centurion .