Process Engineer - Chemical Plant

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Process Engineer for a hybrid role in Vereeniging. You will optimize chemical processes, ensure safety, and contribute to continuous improvement of production operations, working with production teams and management to troubleshoot issues and drive process innovations.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background with at least 4 years of experience in chemical manufacturing and a solid grasp of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and process simulation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Process Engineer in a chemical manufacturing or similar industrial setting.
• Solid understanding of chemical engineering principles, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) is advantageous.
• Familiarity with safety standards and environmental regulations in the chemical industry.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing chemical processes to improve yield, quality, and efficiency.
• Design and implement process improvements, including equipment modifications and automation solutions.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs, operating procedures, and batch records.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with research and development teams on new product introductions and process scale-up.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading chemical manufacturing company, is seeking a skilled Process Engineer for their facility in Vereeniging. This hybrid position involves optimizing chemical processes, ensuring safety and efficiency, and contributing to the continuous improvement of production operations. You will work closely with production teams and management to troubleshoot issues, implement process modifications, and drive innovation in chemical manufacturing. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical background and a commitment to excellence in a dynamic industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing chemical processes to improve yield, quality, and efficiency.


• Design and implement process improvements, including equipment modifications and automation solutions.


• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.


• Develop and maintain process documentation, including P&IDs, operating procedures, and batch records.


• Troubleshoot process upsets and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.


• Collaborate with research and development teams on new product introductions and process scale-up.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.


• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Process Engineer in a chemical manufacturing or similar industrial setting.


• Solid understanding of chemical engineering principles, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.


• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) is advantageous.


• Familiarity with safety standards and environmental regulations in the chemical industry.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus.


• Health insurance, retirement plan, and other standard benefits.


• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility.


• Opportunities for professional development and training.


• Be part of a stable and reputable manufacturing organization.