Mechanical Process Optimization Engineer – Hybrid

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.150.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on optimizing mechanical processes and ensuring safe operation of plant machinery, with responsibilities spanning analysis, design modifications, and root-cause investigations.

You will collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to implement improvements, monitor KPIs, and prepare technical reports. A strong analytical mindset and knowledge of safety standards are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in an industrial plant or process engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, static equipment, and material handling systems.
• Proficiency in data analysis, performance monitoring, and process simulation tools.
• Experience with maintenance management systems (CMMS) is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical staff.
• Familiarity with safety standards and environmental regulations within the petrochemical or similar industries.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze the performance of mechanical equipment and systems to identify inefficiencies and potential failure points.
• Develop and implement strategies for process optimization, including preventative maintenance programs and equipment upgrades.
• Conduct root cause analysis for equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Design modifications or enhancements to existing mechanical systems to improve performance, reliability, and safety.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes and equipment.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and cost-benefit analyses for proposed improvements.
• Monitor KPIs related to mechanical system efficiency and reliability.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in mechanical engineering and process optimization.

Conocimientos

Data analysis

Process optimization

Rotating equipment

Communication

Team collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

CMMS

Process simulation tools

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The role focuses on optimizing mechanical processes and ensuring safe operation of plant machinery, with responsibilities spanning analysis, design modifications, and root-cause investigations.

You will collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to implement improvements, monitor KPIs, and prepare technical reports. A strong analytical mindset and knowledge of safety standards are essential.