Hybrid Chemical Process Engineer — Hands-On Impact & Growth

Placements24; Kempton Park; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional training

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a diligent Chemical Process Engineer to design, develop and optimize chemical processes across industrial applications. You will work on process design, analysis, safety and environmental compliance in a hybrid role with on-site collaboration at the Tembisa facility.

You will monitor performance, update P&IDs and SOPs, and contribute to PHAs, risk assessments, and process start-ups, partnering with production, maintenance and safety teams to improve product quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 1–3 years of experience in a chemical plant or related industrial environment.
• Familiarity with process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in remote and on‑site (hybrid) settings.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in chemical operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design and modification of chemical process equipment and systems.
• Monitor process data and identify deviations from optimal parameters.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process upsets and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and update process documentation (P&IDs, SOPs, safety protocols).
• Participate in PHAs and risk assessments.
• Support commissioning and startup of new process units.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance and safety teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to reduce costs and improve quality.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Remote work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a diligent Chemical Process Engineer to design, develop and optimize chemical processes across industrial applications. You will work on process design, analysis, safety and environmental compliance in a hybrid role with on-site collaboration at the Tembisa facility.

You will monitor performance, update P&IDs and SOPs, and contribute to PHAs, risk assessments, and process start-ups, partnering with production, maintenance and safety teams to improve product quality