Process Monitoring Engineer (Ch1124)

Capital H Staffing And Advisory Solutions; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Process Monitoring Engineer to enhance digital services in the mining industry. This role involves optimizing processes through data-driven insights and predictive analytics, ensuring client satisfaction by providing tailored solutions. You'll engage with clients to understand their needs and deliver actionable performance reports, while also contributing to product innovation in process monitoring tools. This position offers significant career growth potential in a dynamic environment, perfect for those passionate about data and process optimization. If you're ready to make a real impact, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in mining or process control operations.
• Strong background in process control and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze process performance using advanced analytics tools.
• Engage with clients to provide tailored process monitoring insights.

Skills

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Postgraduate qualification

Tools

SQL

Python

Power BI

Industrial Data Platforms

Job description

Our client, who specializes in delivering cutting-edge digital services to their clients in the mining industry, is looking for a Process Monitoring Engineer to join their team at their offices in Pretoria. If you have a passion for data-driven process optimization, predictive analytics, and client engagement, we encourage you to apply.

Qualification and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Metallurgical, or Process Engineering (postgraduate qualification beneficial).
2. 3+ years of experience in mining, industrial processing, or process control operations.
3. Data analytics experience, including working with SQL, Python, Power BI, and industrial data platforms (e.g., historians).
4. Strong background in process control, optimization, and automation within industrial settings.
5. Experience with process monitoring, PID control loop tuning, Model Predictive Control (MPC), and industrial instrumentation.

Key Performance Areas:

1. Process Monitoring & Performance Analysis
   Continuously monitor, analyze, and diagnose process performance using advanced analytics tools and control system diagnostics.
   Utilize SQL, Python, and Power BI for data extraction, visualization, and performance reporting.
   Quickly learn and apply predictive analytics tools to anticipate and prevent process issues.
   Ensure base layer control health, including PID tuning, process stability, and control loop performance monitoring.
   Identify and troubleshoot inefficiencies in advanced process control (APC) strategies and provide optimization recommendations.
   Leverage industry experience to identify process bottlenecks and optimization opportunities across the mining value chain.
2. Client Engagement & Advisory
   Establish a deep understanding of customer business and technical needs, providing tailored process monitoring insights.
   Conduct weekly and bi-weekly monitoring meetings, presenting performance reports and driving corrective actions.
   Act as a trusted technical advisor, ensuring alignment between process optimization strategies and client objectives.
   Manage customer expectations and satisfaction, ensuring clear communication on system performance and issue resolution.
3. Case Management, Reporting & Technical Support
   Track and manage open performance cases, ensuring timely resolution of identified issues.
   Compile and deliver detailed reports on process performance, control effectiveness, and recommended improvements.
   Collaborate with subject matter experts in process control, process optimization, and asset performance management.
   Work closely with internal engineering and product teams to continuously enhance monitoring tools and methodologies.
   Support and maintain remote monitoring solutions, troubleshooting performance deviations across multiple client sites.
4. Product & Service Innovation
   Contribute to multi-generational product plans, helping to improve digital process monitoring tools and analytics software.
   Identify trends and insights that can enhance predictive analytics models and automation solutions.
   Provide feedback to product managers and developers to drive competitive and technological advancements in process monitoring.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate the following competencies:

1. Technical Expertise – Strong knowledge of process control methodologies, process modeling, and advanced analytics.
2. Data Analysis & Visualization – Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Power BI to analyze process trends and generate insights.
3. Problem-Solving – Ability to diagnose and resolve complex process performance issues using advanced analytics.
4. Interpersonal & Communication Skills – Strong ability to engage with clients, present technical findings, and build long-term relationships.
5. Project & Case Management – Experience in tracking and closing process-related cases to ensure performance improvements.
6. Industry Knowledge – Familiarity with mining process operations, control system diagnostics, and predictive maintenance strategies.

Additional Information:
Office/monitoring centre-based role, with occasional travel as required.
Strong career growth potential in digital process optimization and predictive analytics.
Experience in mining or heavy process industries is highly desirable.

General:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Should you not hear from us after 30 days you may consider your application unsuccessful.
In keeping with our client's employment equity requirements, only South African citizens will be considered.
Please include your current salary and salary expectations.