On-Site Process Optimization Engineer (Petrochemical)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); In loco; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Operations Process Engineer for our petrochemical client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on analyzing, designing, and improving chemical processes to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality, working hands-on with plant operators and management.

You will use process simulation tools, apply PSM and hazard analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement by optimizing energy use and waste reduction, while developing SOPs and supporting equipment

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in process engineering within chemical/petrochemical industries.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) and hazard analysis techniques.

Mansioni

• Analyze and monitor plant operational data to identify trends and areas for process improvement.
• Develop and implement process modifications to improve yield, reduce energy consumption and minimize waste.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Use process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) to model and optimize process parameters.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and develop effective solutions.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams on equipment reliability and troubleshooting.
• Prepare technical reports, recommendations, and presentations for management.
• Assist in the design and implementation of new process equipment or modifications.
• Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for plant operations.

Conoscenze

Process simulation

Process safety management

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Strumenti

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking an Operations Process Engineer for our petrochemical client in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. The role focuses on analyzing, designing, and improving chemical processes to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality, working hands-on with plant operators and management.

You will use process simulation tools, apply PSM and hazard analysis, and contribute to continuous improvement by optimizing energy use and waste reduction, while developing SOPs and supporting equipment