Process Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Life insurance

Generous leave

Retirement plan

Professional development

Tech access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Process Engineer for a Centurion-based chemical manufacturing facility. You will optimize and troubleshoot complex processes to boost efficiency, safety and product quality, analyzing data and implementing engineering solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with 4+ years' experience, knowledge of reaction engineering, thermodynamics and Aspen Plus, and strong problem-solving and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 4+ years in process engineering in chemical manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and mass transfer.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize chemical processes to improve yield, reduce costs, and enhance safety.
• Develop and implement new process technologies and equipment modifications.
• Perform root cause analysis for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor process performance using data analysis and statistical tools.
• Collaborate with R&D on scale-up and validation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Process Engineer to join their dynamic chemical manufacturing facility in Centurion . This role is instrumental in optimizing and troubleshooting complex chemical processes to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality. You will be responsible for analyzing process data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing engineering solutions. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a strong background in chemical engineering principles and a passion for driving innovation in a demanding industrial setting, contributing to the sustained success and advancement of the company's production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing chemical manufacturing processes to improve yield, reduce costs, and enhance safety.
• Develop, design, and implement new process technologies and equipment modifications.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and implement effective corrective actions.
• Monitor process performance using data analysis and statistical tools, ensuring operational consistency.
• Collaborate with research and development teams on process scale-up and validation.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety regulations related to chemical processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in process engineering within the chemical manufacturing industry .
• Strong knowledge of chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and mass transfer.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Understanding of HAZOP studies and risk assessment methodologies.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package with annual performance reviews.
• Comprehensive medical aid and life insurance coverage.
• Generous leave allocation and retirement savings plan.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development programs.
• A challenging and rewarding career opportunity in a leading chemical company.