Senior Chemical Process Engineer: Optimization & Safety

Placements24; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Medical & retirement

Professional development

Growth opportunities

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Chemical Process Engineer for the Polokwane facility to drive critical process initiatives. You will optimize production systems, mentor junior engineers, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 6+ years in process engineering, strong simulation skills, and proven project leadership capabilities in an industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of process engineering experience focusing on optimization and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with process simulation and modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of chemical plant operations, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in leading technical initiatives and project management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, implementation and optimization of chemical processes to meet targets and quality standards.
• Perform in-depth process analysis, troubleshoot issues and identify root causes.
• Plan and execute improvement projects to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance safety.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, proposals and process documentation.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Chemical Process Engineer for the Polokwane facility to drive critical process initiatives. You will optimize production systems, mentor junior engineers, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 6+ years in process engineering, strong simulation skills, and proven project leadership capabilities in an industrial environment.