Lead Process Engineer (Hybrid) - Growth & Impact

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Health & retirement benefits

Professional development and training

Hybrid work model in Vereeniging

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Process Engineer for its Vereeniging operations. You will drive design, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes, leading a team of engineers and technicians to boost yield, safety, and cost efficiency.

The role requires 8+ years in chemical process engineering, strong simulation skills (Aspen Plus, HYSYS), and solid PSM practice. You will operate in a hybrid model balancing on-site support with off-site development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in process engineering in chemical manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of reaction engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and separations.
• Experience with process design, simulation and optimization.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) and hazard analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of new chemical processes and modifications.
• Optimize production processes for yield, efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct PHAs and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Develop and manage process simulation models for design and optimization.
• Provide technical leadership to engineers and technicians.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D to integrate improvements.
• Oversee commissioning and start-up of equipment and units.
• Maintain process documentation including P&IDs and procedures.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for process engineering initiatives in Vereeniging.

Skills

Process design

Team leadership

Process optimization

PHAs & safety

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Process Engineer for its Vereeniging operations. You will drive design, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes, leading a team of engineers and technicians to boost yield, safety, and cost efficiency.

The role requires 8+ years in chemical process engineering, strong simulation skills (Aspen Plus, HYSYS), and solid PSM practice. You will operate in a hybrid model balancing on-site support with off-site development.