Chemical Process Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Career advancement opportunities

Strong safety culture and teamwork

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Engineer to join their Richards Bay operations. You will monitor and optimize chemical processing to improve efficiency, safety, and environmental performance, working closely with plant personnel.

The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, SOP development, and participation in HAZOP studies; a strong background in process control, instrumentation, and data analysis is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering in heavy industrial or chemical manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of process control, instrumentation, and P&IDs.
• Experience with process simulation and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day chemical process operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Analyze process data to identify trends, optimize performance, and reduce operational costs.
• Implement process improvements and modifications, ensuring they meet safety and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support to the operations and maintenance teams, troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and other process safety reviews.

Skills

Process control

Instrumentation

P&IDs

Data analysis tools

Problem solving

HSE standards

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Process simulation software

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Chemical Process Engineer to join their industrial operations in Richards Bay . This role is crucial for maintaining and improving the efficiency, safety, and environmental performance of their chemical processing facilities. You will be involved in hands-on process monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting, working directly with plant personnel and equipment. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a solid understanding of industrial chemical processes to make a tangible impact on production and operational excellence in a key industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day chemical process operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.


• Analyze process data to identify trends, optimize performance, and reduce operational costs.


• Implement process improvements and modifications, ensuring they meet safety and environmental regulations.


• Provide technical support to the operations and maintenance teams, troubleshooting equipment and process issues.


• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process documentation.


• Participate in HAZOP studies and other process safety reviews.

Requirements

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


• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within a heavy industrial or chemical manufacturing environment.


• Strong knowledge of process control, instrumentation, and P&IDs.


• Experience with process simulation and data analysis tools.


• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.


• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Generous annual leave allowance.


• Opportunities for career advancement within a large organization.


• A strong safety culture and a collaborative working environment.