Hybrid Chemical Engineer: Plant Ops & Optimization

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer to provide plant operations support at our Nelspruit facility. This hybrid role combines on-site engagement with remote analysis and reporting to optimize performance.

You will troubleshoot processes, monitor performance metrics, drive efficiency improvements, and collaborate with operators and maintenance teams while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, contributing to site success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 2-4 years of experience in chemical plant operations or process engineering support.
• Solid grasp of chemical processes, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.
• Familiarity with process control systems and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot process issues and identify root causes to support operations.
• Monitor plant performance metrics and target yield improvements and cost reductions.
• Assist in process modifications and debottlenecking projects.
• Collaborate with operators and maintenance teams for safe, smooth operations.
• Participate in daily production meetings and support operational planning.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze process data and prepare performance reports.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance during all activities.
• Support HAZOP studies and other process safety initiatives.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process control systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Engineer to provide plant operations support at our Nelspruit facility. This hybrid role combines on-site engagement with remote analysis and reporting to optimize performance.

You will troubleshoot processes, monitor performance metrics, drive efficiency improvements, and collaborate with operators and maintenance teams while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, contributing to site success.