Mining Chemicals Process Engineer | Optimization & Safety

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to join our client’s team in Nelspruit. You will optimize existing chemical processes, troubleshoot operational challenges, and contribute to new formulations for mining chemicals.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in chemical reaction engineering, separation techniques, and process control, with experience related to mining chemicals. This hands-on role offers growth in Mpumalanga’s mining sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a process engineering role.
• Strong background in chemical processes relevant to mining.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize chemical production processes for quality, efficiency, and yield.
• Troubleshoot process issues, perform root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions.
• Contribute to process improvement projects using data analysis and engineering principles.
• Ensure compliance with SHE regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and quality control teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to join our client’s team in Nelspruit. You will optimize existing chemical processes, troubleshoot operational challenges, and contribute to new formulations for mining chemicals.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in chemical reaction engineering, separation techniques, and process control, with experience related to mining chemicals. This hands-on role offers growth in Mpumalanga’s mining sector.