Process Simulation Engineer

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,469,000 - 2,449,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Competitive salary + bonuses

Paid time off and flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Simulation Engineer to join its fully remote technical team. You will model, analyze, and optimize chemical processes for the Oil & Gas industry using advanced simulation software, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance across global projects.

You will develop models with Aspen Plus or HYSYS, perform design and optimization studies, contribute to safety analyses, and report findings to project teams while collaborating in a virtual environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in process simulation and modeling in Oil & Gas.
• Proficiency with leading process simulation software packages.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic and steady-state process models using industry-standard simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Perform process design and optimization studies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Conduct safety studies, including relief system design and hazard assessments, through simulation.
• Support operational troubleshooting by analyzing process data and identifying root causes of performance issues.
• Generate technical reports and present simulation results and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with process engineers, project managers, and other disciplines in a virtual environment.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in process simulation technology and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical

Remote work

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Process Simulation Engineer to join their fully remote technical team. This role is integral to optimizing and designing complex chemical processes for the Oil & Gas industry. You will utilize advanced simulation software to model, analyze, and improve process performance, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly analytical engineer to work on cutting-edge projects, contribute to process design, and troubleshoot operational challenges from a remote location, impacting projects globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain dynamic and steady-state process models using industry-standard simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Perform process design and optimization studies to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Conduct safety studies, including relief system design and hazard assessments, through simulation.
• Support operational troubleshooting by analyzing process data and identifying root causes of performance issues.
• Generate technical reports and present simulation results and recommendations to project teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with process engineers, project managers, and other disciplines in a virtual environment.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in process simulation technology and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in process simulation and modeling, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency with leading process simulation software packages.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, thermodynamics, and unit operations.
• Experience with dynamic simulation and safety analysis is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively independently and remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work arrangement with support for home office setup.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and conference participation.