Lead Process Engineer - Capital Projects

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Project bonuses

Health insurance

Pension fund

Professional growth

Randburg projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Engineer to spearhead capital projects in Randburg. You will lead the process design for major plant expansions, manage timelines and budgets, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

With 10+ years in process engineering and at least 5 years on capital project execution, you will mentor a team of engineers and collaborate with project managers, vendors, and construction teams to deliver large-scale engineering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in process engineering, with at least 5 years focused on capital project execution.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex engineering projects.
• In-depth knowledge of process design principles, simulation software, and project engineering practices.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, environmental compliance, and industry best practices.
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the process engineering aspects of capital projects, from conceptual design through to detailed engineering, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, and material and energy balances.
• Manage and mentor a team of process engineers assigned to capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, codes, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, other engineering disciplines, vendors, and construction teams.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Team management

Communication

Safety/regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Engineer to spearhead their capital projects in Randburg. This leadership role will be responsible for the process design and engineering of major plant expansions and new facility constructions. You will lead a team of engineers, manage project timelines, budgets, and ensure that all process designs meet stringent safety, environmental, and operational standards. This is a critical role for an ambitious engineer looking to make a significant impact on large-scale projects within the chemical sector in the Gauteng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the process engineering aspects of capital projects, from conceptual design through to detailed engineering, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment specifications, and material and energy balances.
• Manage and mentor a team of process engineers assigned to capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, codes, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, other engineering disciplines, vendors, and construction teams.
• Perform technical reviews and ensure the operability, reliability, and safety of designed processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in process engineering, with at least 5 years focused on capital project execution.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex engineering projects.
• In-depth knowledge of process design principles, simulation software, and project engineering practices.
• Strong understanding of safety regulations, environmental compliance, and industry best practices.
• Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and project completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
• Pension fund with generous employer contributions.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced project management training.
• Involvement in challenging and impactful large-scale engineering projects in Randburg.