Process Engineer - Chemical and Energy

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Relocation aid

Training programs

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa's North West region seeks a Process Engineer to optimize chemical and energy processing operations in Klerksdorp. You will analyze existing plants, model processes, and implement improvements to boost productivity while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering and at least six years of experience, with proficiency in Aspen HYSYS or ChemCAD and P&IDs.

Qualifications

• BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process engineering, preferably within the chemical or energy industries.
• Strong knowledge of process design principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mass transfer.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD) and P&IDs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Understanding of safety management systems and environmental compliance in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize chemical and energy processing systems and equipment.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to identify bottlenecks and areas for efficiency improvements.
• Implement process control strategies and troubleshoot operational issues to maintain optimal plant performance.
• Ensure all processes comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, process documentation, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Process optimization

Modeling & analysis

Analytical thinking

Project management

Education

BEng/BSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ChemCAD

P&ID diagrams

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a significant entity in the chemical and energy sector , is looking for a dedicated Process Engineer to enhance their operations in Klerksdorp . This role is crucial for optimizing production processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance. You will analyze existing operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions to boost productivity and reduce costs. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive engineer to contribute to the operational success of a major industrial facility in the North West province, playing a key part in the Klerksdorp industrial landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, design, and optimize chemical and energy processing systems and equipment.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to identify bottlenecks and areas for efficiency improvements.
• Implement process control strategies and troubleshoot operational issues to maintain optimal plant performance.
• Ensure all processes comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare technical reports, process documentation, and operating procedures.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process engineering, preferably within the chemical or energy industries .
• Strong knowledge of process design principles, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mass transfer.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD) and P&IDs.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Understanding of safety management systems and environmental compliance in an industrial setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to Klerksdorp .
• Extensive training and professional development programs.
• Key role in driving operational excellence within a vital energy company.