Hybrid Chemical Process Engineer: Special Projects Lead

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary &Bonuses

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development & training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a versatile Chemical Process Engineer to join our client’s team in Mahikeng, focusing on special projects and innovative solutions for complex chemical processes.

The role emphasizes design, scale-up, and troubleshooting across diverse assignments, with opportunities for sustainability initiatives and collaboration across R&D, engineering, and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical process engineering.
• Experience in process design, scale-up, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with unit operations and chemical reaction technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute technical aspects of special projects related to process design, development, and optimization.
• Conduct feasibility studies, process simulations, and pilot trials for novel or challenging process applications.
• Develop P&IDs, process descriptions, and operational guidelines for unique chemical processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and operations teams to integrate new processes into existing infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues encountered during project implementation.
• Prepare project reports, documentation, and presentations for management and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a versatile Chemical Process Engineer to join our client’s team in Mahikeng, focusing on special projects and innovative solutions for complex chemical processes.

The role emphasizes design, scale-up, and troubleshooting across diverse assignments, with opportunities for sustainability initiatives and collaboration across R&D, engineering, and operations teams.