Senior Chemical Engineer: Lead Plant Ops & Safety

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel opportunities

Executive benefits package

State-of-the-art facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Chemical Engineer to spearhead process development initiatives in Centurion. This senior role requires strategic leadership to guide a team of engineers from concept to full-scale production, prioritizing safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.

The successful candidate will transform research findings into viable production methods and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and engineering to ensure seamless technology transfer and continuous

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in chemical process development with leadership experience.
• Proven expertise in process scale-up, reactor design, and separation technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of chemical engineers in the design, development, and scale-up of new chemical processes.
• Oversee pilot plant operations, analyzing data to validate process designs and identify optimization opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, budgets, and timelines for process development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout the process lifecycle.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and engineering departments to ensure seamless technology transfer.
• Present technical findings and project updates to senior management and key stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Chemical Engineering

Process scale-up

PSM & risk assessment

Process simulation

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Aspen Plus

Job description

Lead Chemical Engineer - Process Development

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Chemical Engineer to spearhead process development initiatives in Centurion. This senior position demands a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership qualities, responsible for guiding a team of engineers in the creation and optimization of novel chemical processes. You will play a crucial role in transforming research findings into commercially viable production methods, ensuring the highest standards of safety, efficiency, and environmental responsibility are met. The successful candidate will foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, working closely with cross-functional departments to drive project success from conception through to full-scale implementation, making a significant impact on the company\'s technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of chemical engineers in the design, development, and scale-up of new chemical processes.
• Oversee pilot plant operations, analyzing data to validate process designs and identify optimization opportunities.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, budgets, and timelines for process development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout the process lifecycle.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and engineering departments to ensure seamless technology transfer.
• Present technical findings and project updates to senior management and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master\'s degree or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in chemical process development, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Proven expertise in process scale-up, reactor design, and separation technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of process safety management (PSM) principles and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proficiency in advanced process simulation and modeling software.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Significant bonus potential tied to project success and company performance.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional conferences.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• State-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities.