Remote Senior Process Design Engineer - Petrochem

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Design Engineer to lead P&ID/PFD development and simulations for petrochemical projects in a remote-first setup. The role focuses on delivering safe, efficient process designs while mentoring junior engineers.

You will collaborate with global teams, drive feasibility studies, and ensure compliance with industry standards, contributing to sustainability and innovation within a dynamic, distributed work environment based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in process design within the petrochemical or related chemical industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software such as Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and reaction kinetics.
• Excellent knowledge of process safety management (PSM) principles and HAZOP studies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead design projects and mentor junior team members.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proven experience in developing P&IDs and PFDs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical information remotely.
• Must be a self-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills to thrive in a fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop P&IDs, PFDs, and mass/energy balances for petrochemical processes.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling using Aspen Plus or HYSYS.
• Perform feasibility studies and technical economic evaluations for proposed process modifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a virtual setting.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, standards, and environmental policies.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing plant operations to improve yield and reduce energy use.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and design documentation for review and approval.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for process design aspects.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and process innovations within the petrochemical sector.

Skills

Process design

PFDs & P&IDs

Process simulation

PSM & HAZOP

Project leadership

Mentoring

Remote communication

Thermodynamics

Unit operations

Critical thinking

Education

Chemical Engineering (Bachelors)

Chemical Engineering (Masters)

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Design Engineer to lead P&ID/PFD development and simulations for petrochemical projects in a remote-first setup. The role focuses on delivering safe, efficient process designs while mentoring junior engineers.

You will collaborate with global teams, drive feasibility studies, and ensure compliance with industry standards, contributing to sustainability and innovation within a dynamic, distributed work environment based in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal,