Chemical Process Engineer - Operations Support

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary

Comprehensive medical aid benefits

Retirement fund participation

On-the-job training and professional开发

Job summary

Placements24 in George, South Africa, seeks a diligent Chemical Process Engineer to provide essential operational support at a manufacturing site in Mahikeng, North West. You will troubleshoot process issues, implement improvements to boost reliability and yield, and support daily production activities.

The role requires a strong foundation in chemical engineering, problem-solving, and teamwork with operators and maintenance staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering support.
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Experience with process troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
• Familiarity with process safety principles and MOC procedures.
• Strong instrumentation and control systems knowledge.
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Legally eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-floor technical support to chemical production operations.
• Troubleshoot process upsets, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Monitor key process performance indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement process modifications to enhance efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Support the development and review of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in process hazard analyses and safety reviews.
• Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new equipment or process changes.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and integrity.
• Generate reports on process performance, incident investigations, and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Process troubleshooting

Instrumentation & control

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and proactive Chemical Process Engineer to provide essential operational support at their manufacturing site in Mahikeng, North West . This role is critical for ensuring the smooth, efficient, and safe operation of chemical processes. You will be responsible for troubleshooting process issues, implementing improvements to enhance reliability and yield, and supporting daily production activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in chemical engineering principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with plant operators and maintenance teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer to gain broad experience in a manufacturing environment and contribute directly to operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-floor technical support to chemical production operations.
• Troubleshoot process upsets, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Monitor key process performance indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement process modifications to enhance efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Support the development and review of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in process hazard analyses and safety reviews.
• Assist in the commissioning and start-up of new equipment or process changes.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and integrity.
• Generate reports on process performance, incident investigations, and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a chemical plant operations or process engineering support role.
• Solid understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals, including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Experience with process troubleshooting and problem-solving techniques.
• Familiarity with process safety principles and MOC procedures.
• Good understanding of instrumentation and control systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive medical aid benefits.
• Retirement fund participation.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and professional development.
• Annual performance incentives.
• Paid annual leave.
• Exposure to diverse chemical manufacturing processes.
• A supportive and challenging work environment.
• Potential for career progression within operations.