Hybrid Senior Petrochemical Engineer — Lead Process Optimization

Placements24; Richards Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work arrangement

Annual performance bonus

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan

International training programs

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 represents a global petrochemical leader recruiting a Principal Chemical Engineer to join the core technical team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This senior role focuses on design, optimization, and troubleshooting of complex petrochemical processes.

You will lead large-scale process improvement projects, drive safe operation, and mentor engineering and operations staff across sites. Expertise in process simulation (Aspen Plus, UniSim) and petrochemical unit operations is

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering with petrochemical specialization.
• 12+ years of progressive experience in petrochemicals or refining.
• Experience in process design, simulation, and troubleshooting of core units.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the technical design and optimization of petrochemical processes.
• Develop advanced process control strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Model and simulate processes using state-of-the-art software.
• Mentor engineering and operations staff across sites.
• Lead major process improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Evaluate new technologies for implementation and safety reviews.
• Collaborate with R&D to scale new products and processes.
• Analyze data to identify yield improvements and cost reductions.
• Contribute to long-term strategic plans for asset management.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Team mentorship

Operational excellence

Educación

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Herramientas

Aspen Plus

UniSim

APC systems

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 represents a global petrochemical leader recruiting a Principal Chemical Engineer to join the core technical team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. This senior role focuses on design, optimization, and troubleshooting of complex petrochemical processes.

You will lead large-scale process improvement projects, drive safe operation, and mentor engineering and operations staff across sites. Expertise in process simulation (Aspen Plus, UniSim) and petrochemical unit operations is