Chemical Process Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Chemical Process Engineer in Mahikeng to optimize existing chemical processes, troubleshoot production challenges, and support new technologies. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D to improve yield, efficiency, and product quality, while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with strong skills in process simulation, data analysis,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in a chemical process engineering role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, process control, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and environmental compliance in chemical plants.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing chemical manufacturing processes to improve yield, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
• Troubleshoot process upsets, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.
• Develop and manage process improvement projects, from conception through to implementation.
• Prepare technical documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and operating procedures.
• Ensure processes comply with all safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
• Support the scale-up and implementation of new process technologies and equipment.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Data analysis tools

Instrumentation knowledge

Process control

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and adaptable Chemical Process Engineer to contribute to their manufacturing excellence in Mahikeng . This role is integral to optimizing existing chemical processes, troubleshooting production challenges, and supporting the implementation of new technologies. You will work collaboratively with operations, maintenance, and R&D teams to enhance process efficiency, product quality, and safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical mindset, a practical understanding of chemical engineering principles, and a proactive approach to problem-solving in a manufacturing setting. This position offers a great platform for professional growth within the chemical industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing chemical manufacturing processes to improve yield, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
• Troubleshoot process upsets, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.
• Develop and manage process improvement projects, from conception through to implementation.
• Prepare technical documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and operating procedures.
• Ensure processes comply with all safety, environmental, and quality regulations.
• Support the scale-up and implementation of new process technologies and equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in a chemical process engineering role, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, process control, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and environmental compliance in chemical plants.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.
• A collaborative team environment focused on innovation and operational improvement.