Senior Process Design Engineer | Petrochemical Solutions

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an experienced Process Design Engineer to lead the design, development and optimization of chemical manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance.

You will run feasibility studies, use Aspen Plus or HYSYS for simulations, prepare PFDs and P&IDs, collaborate with R&D, operations and safety teams, and manage project timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in process design within chemical/petrochemical industries.
• Proficiency with Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar process simulators.
• Knowledge of environmental, safety standards and process safety (HAZOP).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes from conceptualization to full-scale implementation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and process simulations using advanced software tools.
• Prepare detailed PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations and safety to ensure project success.
• Troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure designs comply with environmental regs, safety standards and policies.
• Conduct HAZOP studies and risk assessments.
• Evaluate and select appropriate process equipment and materials.
• Manage project timelines and budgets to meet deliverables.
• Maintain comprehensive design and process documentation.

Skills

Process design

Chemical engineering

HAZOP

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking an experienced Process Design Engineer to lead the design, development and optimization of chemical manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance.

You will run feasibility studies, use Aspen Plus or HYSYS for simulations, prepare PFDs and P&IDs, collaborate with R&D, operations and safety teams, and manage project timelines and budgets.