Senior Chemical Process Design Engineer - Plant Feasibility

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company contrib

Professional development and PM train

Challenging and rewarding career in P&

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, South Africa, seeks a skilled Chemical Process Design Engineer to lead conceptual and detailed design of chemical processes and plants, ensuring safety, environmental, and operational compliance. You will translate process requirements into robust engineering solutions and contribute to both new facilities and revamps.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, 6+ years of experience, and proficiency with Aspen Plus, HYSYS, and CAD tools; strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in chemical process design and engineering.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and CAD tools.
• Strong knowledge of unit operations, process control, and safety design principles.
• Experience in equipment specification and selection.
• Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop PFDs and P&IDs for new and modified chemical processes.
• Perform mass and energy balances, equipment sizing, and specification.
• Conduct feasibility studies and conceptual design for new projects.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, environmental, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines to integrate designs.
• Prepare technical documentation, design reports and manuals.

Skills

6+ years experience

Process design software

Process safety principles

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

CAD tools

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, South Africa, seeks a skilled Chemical Process Design Engineer to lead conceptual and detailed design of chemical processes and plants, ensuring safety, environmental, and operational compliance. You will translate process requirements into robust engineering solutions and contribute to both new facilities and revamps.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering, 6+ years of experience, and proficiency with Aspen Plus, HYSYS, and CAD tools; strong