Chemical Process Optimization Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer to drive process improvements at its Stellenbosch facility in the Western Cape. The role combines hands-on optimization with data-driven decision making to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and implement sustainable manufacturing practices.

The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, 3–5 years of process engineering experience, and solid knowledge of chemical plant operations and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of process engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data analysis experience.
• Experience with process simulation tools is a plus.
• Solid understanding of chemical plant operations and safety.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across departments.
• Proficient in Excel and data analysis in Microsoft Office.
• Hybrid work environment experience is a plus.
• Experience in agrochemical or pharmaceutical industries is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing chemical manufacturing processes for efficiency, yield, and safety.
• Develop and implement process optimization projects using data and engineering principles.
• Design and conduct experiments to test process modifications.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to implement changes.
• Monitor KPIs and report progress of improvement initiatives.
• Update process documentation including P&IDs and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide technical support to manufacturing teams.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Data analysis

SPC

Cross-functional teamwork

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer to drive process improvements at its Stellenbosch facility in the Western Cape. The role combines hands-on optimization with data-driven decision making to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and implement sustainable manufacturing practices.

The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, 3–5 years of process engineering experience, and solid knowledge of chemical plant operations and safety.