Lead Process Engineer - Plant Optimization & Projects

K2 Recruit; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

K2 Recruit invites applications for a Senior Chemical Engineer in Durban. You will drive process improvements, capital projects and production support across a live manufacturing operation, partnering with Production and Maintenance teams.

The role requires a BSc in Chemical Engineering and at least eight years of relevant experience, with strong analytical skills, data interpretation and project coordination abilities.

Qualifications

• BSc Degree in Chemical Engineering – Essential.
• Minimum 8 years' relevant experience in chemical/manufacturing/industrial plant.
• Experience in process improvement, plant projects, production support and/or process engineering.
• Demonstrated experience taking engineering work from concept through implementation and commissioning.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate plant optimisation, process improvement and capital project opportunities.
• Develop project scopes, technical solutions, budgets and implementation plans.
• Perform equipment sizing, process design, technical specifications, costing and quotation reviews.
• Manage projects from concept through commissioning, close-out and benefit verification.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure project documentation, drawings, reports and operating information are maintained.
• Monitor project progress, costs, timelines and deliverables.
• Minimise disruption to ongoing plant operations.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Education

BSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

K2 Recruit invites applications for a Senior Chemical Engineer in Durban. You will drive process improvements, capital projects and production support across a live manufacturing operation, partnering with Production and Maintenance teams.

The role requires a BSc in Chemical Engineering and at least eight years of relevant experience, with strong analytical skills, data interpretation and project coordination abilities.