Petrochemical Process Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a specialized Petrochemical Process Engineer to join our East London team. This hybrid position focuses on design, optimization, and troubleshooting of petrochemical processes, aiming to boost production efficiency and product quality while ensuring safe and compliant operations.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background with 5+ years in process engineering, strong simulation skills (HYSYS, PRO/II), and a solid grasp of hydrocarbon chemistry, thermodynamics,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within petrochemical or refining industries.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., HYSYS, PRO/II).
• Strong understanding of hydrocarbon chemistry, thermodynamics, and unit operations.
• Experience with process safety analysis and management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize petrochemical processes including separation, reaction, and purification units.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling for unit performance analysis and debottlenecking.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations (e.g., HAZOP), and environmental requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, process documentation (P&IDs, equipment specs), and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and management teams to achieve production goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

PRO/II

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized Petrochemical Process Engineer to join their team in East London. This hybrid role is integral to the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of processes within the petrochemical sector. You will apply your expertise to enhance production efficiency, improve product quality, and ensure safe and environmentally compliant operations. This is a challenging and rewarding position for an engineer with a deep understanding of hydrocarbon processing and related technologies, working within a facility that is vital to the region's industrial output.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize petrochemical processes including separation, reaction, and purification units.


• Conduct process simulations and modeling for unit performance analysis and debottlenecking.


• Troubleshoot operational issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.


• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations (e.g., HAZOP), and environmental requirements.


• Prepare technical reports, process documentation (P&IDs, equipment specs), and operating procedures.


• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and management teams to achieve production goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.


• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within the petrochemical or refining industry.


• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., HYSYS, PRO/II).


• Strong understanding of hydrocarbon chemistry, thermodynamics, and unit operations.


• Experience with process safety analysis and management.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.


• Hybrid work model offering operational flexibility.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Retirement savings plan.


• Opportunities for specialized training in petrochemical technologies.


• A dynamic and challenging work environment.