Senior Process Design Engineer

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Senior Process Design Engineer to lead the development and optimization of chemical processes from concept to production. You will apply advanced design principles to improve safety, yield, and energy efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

You will model processes with Aspen Plus or HYSYS, prepare PFDs and P&IDs, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with R&D, operations, and project management to deliver projects on

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in chemical process design and development.
• Proven experience with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, reaction kinetics, and mass transfer.

Aufgaben

• Develop and design new chemical processes, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Optimize existing processes to improve yield, reduce waste, and enhance energy efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and pilot plant trials to validate designs.
• Prepare PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and project management for project execution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues in plant operations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Manage process design projects within timelines and budgets.

Kenntnisse

Process design

Process optimization

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Thermodynamics

Project management

Mentorship

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in chemical manufacturing and processing, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Process Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal . This is a pivotal role where you will be instrumental in developing, optimizing, and implementing complex chemical processes from conceptualization through to full-scale production. You will be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to sustainable practices and cutting-edge technology. The successful candidate will leverage their deep understanding of chemical engineering principles to drive efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness in all process-related activities. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding career path within a stable and growing industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and design new chemical processes, ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Optimize existing processes to improve yield, reduce waste, and enhance energy efficiency.
• Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and pilot plant trials to validate process designs.
• Prepare detailed process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, operations, and project management, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues in plant operations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Manage process design projects, adhering to strict timelines and budgets.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in chemical engineering technology and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in chemical process design and development.
• Proven experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, reaction kinetics, and mass