Chemical Process Engineer — Improve Yield & Safety

Placements24

Mossel Bay

On-site

ZAR 550,000 - 750,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Stable facility

Regional impact

Team environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Chemical Process Engineer to join their established Mossel Bay operations. You will optimize existing chemical processes, improve efficiency, and uphold safety and quality standards in a hands-on industrial setting.

Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues, implement process improvements, and support continuous improvement initiatives that ensure reliable chemical production in the region.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
3–5 years of experience in chemical process engineering, preferably in manufacturing or plant operations.
Strong understanding of chemical thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat/mass transfer.
Familiarity with process control systems and instrumentation.
Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

Monitor and analyze chemical process performance to identify efficiency, yield, and quality improvements.
Implement process modifications and upgrades to enhance operational effectiveness and reduce costs.
Troubleshoot deviations and equipment malfunctions, and develop corrective actions.
Ensure operations comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
Collaborate with maintenance and operations to maintain equipment integrity and uptime.
Support process hazard analyses (PHAs) and safety recommendations.