Senior Energy Process Engineer — Hybrid, Midrand

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Paid time off

Hybrid work

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Engineer for a leading energy-sector client in Midrand, Gauteng. You will develop, optimize and maintain state-of-the-art process designs across project lifecycles, focusing on sustainable solutions and operational reliability.

You will create P&IDs, mass/energy balances, and feasibility studies, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with project managers, mechanical engineers, and environmental specialists. A hybrid work model is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in process engineering within the energy sector (renewables, oil & gas, power).
• Proficiency with process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD) and CAD tools.
• In-depth understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and reaction engineering.
• Experience with PSM and HAZOP hazard analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to engage diverse teams.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize PFDs, P&IDs, and mass/energy balances for energy projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and evaluate environmental impact.
• Design and specify process equipment, control systems, and safety measures.
• Troubleshoot process-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers and environmental specialists.
• Stay updated on technologies and trends for process improvements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster technical excellence.

Skills

Process engineering

Energy sector

Thermodynamics

Hazard analysis

PSM

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Education

Chemical/Process Engineering degree

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ChemCAD

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Engineer for a leading energy-sector client in Midrand, Gauteng. You will develop, optimize and maintain state-of-the-art process designs across project lifecycles, focusing on sustainable solutions and operational reliability.

You will create P&IDs, mass/energy balances, and feasibility studies, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with project managers, mechanical engineers, and environmental specialists. A hybrid work model is offered.