Chemical Process Engineer - Petrochemical Focus

Placements24; South Africa; A distancia; ZAR 900.000 - 1.600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks an experienced Chemical Process Engineer specializing in petrochemicals to design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex processes. This remote role focuses on efficiency, safety, and sustainability within hydrocarbon processing, offering collaboration with on-site teams as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a chemical engineering degree with 5+ years in petrochemical process engineering, plus proficiency in process simulation and Aspen Plus.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical process engineering with petrochemicals focus.
• Proficiency in process simulation and modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of hydrocarbon processing, refining, and unit operations.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for petrochemical applications, focusing on efficiency and sustainability.
• Perform process simulations and modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., Aspen Plus).
• Analyze process data to identify deviations, troubleshoot operational issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Design and specify process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and heat exchangers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to support plant operations and capital projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for proposed process improvements.
• Develop and update process documentation, including P&IDs, operating procedures, and safety manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and support to plant personnel and junior engineers.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in petrochemical engineering.

Conocimientos

Process simulation

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Remote collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree (advantageous)

Herramientas

Aspen Plus

Descripción del empleo

Chemical Process Engineer - Petrochemical Focus

Our client is seeking an experienced Chemical Process Engineer with a specialization in petrochemicals to join their team. This role will focus on the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of complex processes within the petrochemical sector. While the role is based in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA, it offers a fully remote work arrangement, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability of our client's petrochemical operations. This involves utilizing advanced simulation tools, analyzing large datasets, and collaborating with on-site teams to implement process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a strong theoretical foundation combined with practical experience in hydrocarbon processing, catalysis, and separation technologies. Your insights will be vital in driving innovation and maintaining competitive advantage in a demanding industry. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer to leverage their skills in a challenging and rewarding remote-based position within the vital petrochemical sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for petrochemical applications, focusing on efficiency and sustainability.
• Perform process simulations and modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., Aspen Plus).
• Analyze process data to identify deviations, troubleshoot operational issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Design and specify process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and heat exchangers.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to support plant operations and capital projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for proposed process improvements.
• Develop and update process documentation, including P&IDs, operating procedures, and safety manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and support to plant personnel and junior engineers.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in petrochemical engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering; Master's degree is advantageous.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical process engineering, with a significant focus on petrochemicals.
• Proficiency in process simulation and modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of hydrocarbon processing, refining, and associated unit operations.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with