Process Development Chemical Engineer

Placements24; Randfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance‑dr

Comprehensive health insurance package

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Chemical Engineer to join our R&D team in Rustenburg, North West. You will conceptualize, design, and pilot novel chemical processes with a focus on scalability and economic viability, translating lab discoveries into robust manufacturing methods.

The role offers exposure to diverse projects and opportunities to push chemical technology boundaries, contributing to next-generation products within an innovative industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or pilot plant operations.
• Proficiency in Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or Chemcad.
• Hands-on experience with laboratory and pilot plant equipment.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, including reaction engineering and separations.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new chemical processes from bench scale to pilot scale.
• Conduct detailed process design, including P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment sizing.
• Perform rigorous process simulations and modeling to predict performance and optimize parameters.
• Design and execute experimental plans for pilot plant trials, analyzing results to validate process viability.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and equipment for process enhancement.
• Collaborate closely with R&D scientists and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless technology transfer.
• Develop comprehensive operating procedures and safety guidelines for new processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges encountered during process development.
• Evaluate the economic feasibility and environmental impact of proposed processes.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Reaction engineering

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Chemcad

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking chemical manufacturing company, is seeking a talented Process Development Chemical Engineer to join their innovative research and development team based in Rustenburg, North West . This role is centered around the conceptualization, design, and piloting of novel chemical processes, with a strong emphasis on scalability and economic viability. You will play a key part in translating laboratory discoveries into robust, industrially relevant manufacturing methods. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, pushing the boundaries of chemical technology and contributing to the development of next-generation products. This is an ideal role for a creative and analytical engineer looking to make a substantial impact in the field of process development, situated in the industrial heartland of the North West province.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new chemical processes from bench scale to pilot scale.
• Conduct detailed process design, including P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment sizing.
• Perform rigorous process simulations and modeling to predict performance and optimize parameters.
• Design and execute experimental plans for pilot plant trials, analyzing results to validate process viability.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and equipment for process enhancement.
• Collaborate closely with R&D scientists and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless technology transfer.
• Develop comprehensive operating procedures and safety guidelines for new processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges encountered during process development.
• Evaluate the economic feasibility and environmental impact of proposed processes.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in process development, scale-up, or pilot plant operations.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS, Chemcad).
• Hands-on experience with laboratory and pilot plant equipment.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, including reaction engineering and separations.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical methods.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with process safety principles is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and innovative projects.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Contribution to a retirement fund.
• Flexible work arrangements are available for this position.
• A stimulating and collaborative research environment in Rustenburg, North West .
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Exposure to diverse chemical manufacturing challenges.