Lead Process Design Engineer - Petrochemicals

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa seeks a highly experienced Lead Process Design Engineer to direct the development of complex petrochemical process designs. You will lead a team of engineers, drive safety, environmental, and economic objectives, and ensure successful project execution.

The role requires extensive experience in process simulation, PFD/P&ID development, and equipment design within petrochemicals, with a track record of optimizing plant performance and mentoring

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in process design engineering, with substantial focus on the petrochemical industry.
• Proven experience leading process design for large-scale petrochemical projects.
• Expertise in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and CAD tools.
• Thorough understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat

Responsabilités

• Lead the development of process designs from conceptualization through to detailed engineering for petrochemical plants.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, and other key design documentation.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to optimize plant performance, energy efficiency, and product yield.
• Specify process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, heat exchangers, and pumps.
• Perform process safety reviews (e.g., HAZOP) and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Mentor and guide junior process engineers, fostering their technical development.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines, project management, and operations teams.
• Ensure designs adhere to project specifications, industry standards, and company best practices.
• Manage the technical aspects of process design within project timelines and budgets.
• Evaluate and implement new process technologies to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.

Connaissances

Process design leadership

Process simulation

PFD/P&ID development

Team mentoring

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Formation

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Outils

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

CAD tools

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent force in the Oil & Gas and petrochemical sectors, is seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Design Engineer to join their esteemed team in Paarl, Western Cape, ZA. This senior position is instrumental in conceptualizing, developing, and optimizing process designs for complex petrochemical facilities. You will lead a team of process engineers, ensuring designs meet stringent safety, environmental, and economic objectives. The role demands extensive knowledge of process simulation, PFD/P&ID development, and equipment design, specifically within the petrochemical domain. This is an unparalleled opportunity to drive innovation and shape major projects in the Western Cape. As a leader, you will play a key role in ensuring the technical excellence and successful execution of capital projects for our client.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of process designs from conceptualization through to detailed engineering for petrochemical plants.


• Prepare and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and other key design documentation.


• Conduct process simulations and modeling to optimize plant performance, energy efficiency, and product yield.


• Specify process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, heat exchangers, and pumps.


• Perform process safety reviews (e.g., HAZOP) and ensure compliance with safety regulations.


• Mentor and guide junior process engineers, fostering their technical development.


• Collaborate effectively with other engineering disciplines, project management, and operations teams.


• Ensure designs adhere to project specifications, industry standards, and company best practices.


• Manage the technical aspects of process design within project timelines and budgets.


• Evaluate and implement new process technologies to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.


• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in process design engineering, with substantial focus on the petrochemical industry.


• Proven experience leading process design for large-scale petrochemical projects.


• Expertise in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and CAD tools.


• Thorough understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat