Principal Process Engineer, Renewable Energy Systems Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development & conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Process Engineer in Durban to drive innovation in renewable energy, including solar, wind, and hydrogen systems. You will guide process design, optimization, and safe operation across projects within KwaZulu-Natal, leveraging expertise in chemical engineering and energy transitions.

The role demands 12+ years of experience, strong simulation and thermodynamics knowledge, and proven leadership in large-scale engineering initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering; Ph.D. is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of process systems for renewable energy technologies.
• Develop PFDs and P&IDs.
• Perform mass and energy balances, equipment sizing, and HAZOP studies.
• Optimize renewable energy processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional teams.

Skills

Process engineering leadership

Renewable energy systems

Process simulation

Mentoring junior engineers

Analytical problem solving

Education

Master's in Chemical Engineering

PhD (advantage)

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Process Engineer in Durban to drive innovation in renewable energy, including solar, wind, and hydrogen systems. You will guide process design, optimization, and safe operation across projects within KwaZulu-Natal, leveraging expertise in chemical engineering and energy transitions.

The role demands 12+ years of experience, strong simulation and thermodynamics knowledge, and proven leadership in large-scale engineering initiatives.