Process Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 750,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Safety culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Chemical Engineer for our client in Tembisa, working in a hybrid model that blends on-site collaboration with remote analysis.

You will optimize manufacturing processes, ensure product quality, and support safe, efficient plant operation while partnering with production and engineering teams to drive process excellence.

The role offers professional development, competitive compensation, and a pathway to advanced responsibilities in a vital industrial sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 3-5 years of experience in a process engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with process control systems and data analysis techniques.
• Understanding of safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills.
• Experience with hybrid work arrangements and effective remote collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify areas for process improvement.
• Implement and validate changes to chemical processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure safe and effective plant operation.
• Assist in the commissioning and startup of new equipment and process modifications.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a dedicated Process Chemical Engineer to join their team in Tembisa, operating under a hybrid work model. You will play a critical role in optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality, and enhancing operational efficiency. This position involves a blend of on-site collaboration and remote analysis, allowing for flexible engagement while maintaining essential physical presence for key operational oversight. You will contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, working closely with production and engineering teams to solve complex challenges and drive process excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a vital industrial sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze production data to identify areas for process improvement.
• Implement and validate changes to chemical processes to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with the operations team to ensure safe and effective plant operation.
• Assist in the commissioning and startup of new equipment and process modifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in a process engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with process control systems and data analysis techniques.
• Understanding of safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with strong communication skills.
• Experience with hybrid work arrangements and effective remote collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance incentives.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Paid training and professional development opportunities.
• A supportive team environment focused on growth and safety.