Junior Process Design Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Hands-on experience in process design

Exposure to diverse projects

Supportive team environment

Career progression within engineering

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Process Design Engineer in Paarl to join our technical team. You will work on process systems and equipment design under experienced engineers in a collaborative office setting.

The role focuses on developing PFDs/P&IDs, basic process calculations, and supporting equipment selection, with training and mentorship provided for career growth in process design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of chemical process principles and unit operations.
• Familiarity with process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, CHEMCAD) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing PFDs and P&IDs.
• Perform basic mass and energy balances, fluid flow, and heat transfer calculations.
• Support selection and specification of pumps, heat exchangers, and reactors.
• Contribute to technical reports and design documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and hazard studies.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines for integrated designs.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

CHEMCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and eager Junior Process Design Engineer to join their technical team in Paarl . This position is an exceptional opportunity for an individual with a strong academic foundation in chemical engineering to develop practical design skills in a real-world industrial context. You will work alongside experienced engineers, contributing to the design and development of process systems and equipment. The ideal candidate is a quick learner, possesses excellent analytical abilities, and is committed to contributing to successful project outcomes in a collaborative office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform basic process calculations, including mass and energy balances, fluid flow, and heat transfer.
• Support the selection and specification of process equipment, such as pumps, heat exchangers, and reactors.
• Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and design documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and hazard identification studies.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of chemical process principles and unit operations.
• Familiarity with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, CHEMCAD) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship program.
• Opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in process design.
• Exposure to diverse industrial projects and technologies.
• Supportive team environment focused on professional development.
• Clear pathway for career progression within the engineering department.