Petrochemical Process Engineer - Optimize Yields

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 has partnered with a major petrochemical operator in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeking a Chemical Process Engineer. You will monitor operations, troubleshoot, debottleneck, and implement improvements to boost yield, energy efficiency, and product quality.

The role requires a BEng in Chemical Engineering and at least 3 years in process engineering within petrochemicals. On-site work in Richards Bay with a strong safety culture; familiar with HAZOP and process safety, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 3 years of process engineering experience in petrochemical or chemical manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of unit operations (distillation, reaction engineering, heat exchange) and process safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor plant operations and analyze performance data for optimization.
• Perform root-cause analyses and implement effective solutions.
• Develop process improvements to increase yield and reduce energy use.
• Prepare PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specs for modifications.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and project teams on-site.
• Assist in commissioning and start-up of new equipment and modifications.
• Provide technical support to operators and technicians.
• Participate in HAZOPs and safety reviews.

Skills

Analytical problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

On-site work

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

Control systems knowledge

Job description

Placements24 has partnered with a major petrochemical operator in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeking a Chemical Process Engineer. You will monitor operations, troubleshoot, debottleneck, and implement improvements to boost yield, energy efficiency, and product quality.

The role requires a BEng in Chemical Engineering and at least 3 years in process engineering within petrochemicals. On-site work in Richards Bay with a strong safety culture; familiar with HAZOP and process safety, and