Senior Petrochemical Process Engineer - Optimize & Lead

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay seeks a Senior Process Engineer to optimize petrochemical production, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and support capital projects to enhance plant performance. The role blends on-site oversight with remote analysis to maintain operational efficiency.

You will troubleshoot complex process issues, design modifications, develop P&IDs and PFDs, and uphold regulatory standards while contributing to training and professional development.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering within petrochemical/oil & gas.
Proficiency with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and process control systems.

Responsibilities

Optimize existing petrochemical processes to improve yield and energy efficiency.
Troubleshoot operational problems, identify root causes, and implement solutions.
Design and manage process modifications and upgrades for new equipment or tech integration.
Develop and maintain P&IDs, PFDs, and operating procedures.
Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental regulations and company policies.

Skills

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

You will troubleshoot complex process issues, design modifications, develop P&IDs and PFDs, and uphold regulatory standards while contributing to training and professional development.

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