Mid (1) & Senior (1) Process Engineer

PROXA Water; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the water and extractive metallurgy industry is seeking process engineers for its expanding projects division in Paarl, Western Cape. Ideal candidates will hold a chemical engineering degree and have relevant experience in process design and project implementation. Responsibilities include delivering engineering projects, managing client relations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Mid-Level: 3-6+ years of experience.
• Senior Level: 10+ years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering deliverables: mass balances, equipment sizing, PFD’s, P&IDs.
• Manage subcontractors and client interactions.
• Lead commissioning efforts during project execution.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Client-Facing experience

Project engineering/management abilities

Communication skills

Education

B-Tech, BSC or BEng chemical/process qualification

Job description

Company Overview:

We are a dynamic company specializing in innovative process solutions in the water and extractive metallurgy industry. We have an additional position for two process engineers (one mid-level and one senior-level) to join our expanding projects division in Paarl, Western Cape.

Positions Available: Locations:

• South Africa
• Europe; Netherlands / Belgium / Germany
• Australia

Role Description:

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical engineering, process design, and project implementation. Water treatment and membrane technologies exposure will be advantageous. The individual will be responsible (or involved in) process design development, leading process design and implementation initiatives, commissioning and optimizing production processes as well as ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engineering deliverables development – mass balances, equipment sizing, PFD’s, P&IDs, design schedules, design reports, project reports and control philosophies.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining process engineering standards within the company.
• Engage in design tasks and review processes.
• Act as a point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are understood and met.
• Manage subcontractors, reviewing proposals, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices in advanced water treatment and process engineering.
• Compilation of technical specification for vendor packages.
• Lead commissioning effort during project execution phase.
• Assist in the training and knowledge transfer of engineering and projects expertise to company personnel as required. Support of global engineering and projects.

REQUIREMENTS

• B-Tech, BSC or BEng chemical or process qualification as a minimum
• Mid-Level position: 3-6+ years of experience
• Senior Level position: 10+ years of experience
• Strong technical skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Client-Facing experience with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven project engineering/management abilities.

Advantageous experience:

• Water treatment and membrane technologies exposure in the mining or wastewater industries.
• PR.Eng registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Filtration, Ion Exchange, clarification, solids separation experience.
• Chemical dosing and handling system design experience.
• Hydro-metallurgy experience.

Benefits:

Negotiable based on experience:

• Salary: Market related based on position and candidate
• Location; Based at PROXA’s Paarl Engineering office to support local and global engineering
• Remote working options may be available depending on the candidate

Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until 2025.07.18.

Application Process:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. Application via the LinkedIn online application portal only