Senior Process Design Engineer - Petrochemical (Hybrid)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Design Engineer for our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead conceptualization, design, and detailed engineering of new process units and modifications, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, perform process simulations with Aspen HYSYS/Aspen Plus, conduct HAZOP studies, and deliver robust design packages. Hybrid work and relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of process design and engineering experience in petrochemical, chemical, or oil and gas.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of process safety management and HAZOP methodologies.
• Experience with P&ID development, equipment sizing, and line sizing calculations.
• Knowledge of ASME/API codes and standards.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment with remote collaboration and on-site Richards Bay.

Responsibilities

• Develop process design packages with PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specs.
• Perform process simulations and calculations to optimize designs.
• Conduct HAZOP studies and risk assessments for safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, civil engineers for integrated execution.
• Prepare technical reports, design justifications, and cost estimates.
• Oversee procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, API, and other standards.
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers.
• Keep up-to-date with process technology advancements.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Process design

Hazop

P&ID development

Process simulation

Problem solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Aspen Plus

ChemCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Design Engineer for our client in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead conceptualization, design, and detailed engineering of new process units and modifications, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, perform process simulations with Aspen HYSYS/Aspen Plus, conduct HAZOP studies, and deliver robust design packages. Hybrid work and relocation assistance may be available.