Senior Process Design Mechanical Engineer – Petrochemical

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund contribution

Life insurance

Professional development

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Process Design to optimize and implement robust process equipment and systems.

Responsibilities include design of pumps, exchangers, and piping; performing process simulations; producing P&IDs and specs; ensuring ASME/API compliance; and supporting construction, commissioning, and startup with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of mechanical design experience focused on process engineering.
• Proficient in Aspen HYSYS or Pro/II and CAD tools.
• Familiar with ASME/API codes and safety regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and optimize mechanical process equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, piping).
• Conduct process simulations to determine specifications and performance.
• Prepare detailed drawings, P&IDs, and procurement specifications.
• Ensure designs comply with ASME/API codes and safety standards.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams on improvements.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Perform risk assessments and HAZOP studies related to process safety.
• Evaluate new technologies and equipment for potential application.
• Support construction, commissioning, and startup phases of projects.

Conhecimentos

Mechanical design

Process engineering

Process simulation

CAD tools

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Mass transfer

ASME/API standards

Project coordination

Communication

Petrochemical/oil & gas experience

ECSA registration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Ferramentas

Aspen HYSYS

Pro/II

CAD software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Process Design to optimize and implement robust process equipment and systems.

Responsibilities include design of pumps, exchangers, and piping; performing process simulations; producing P&IDs and specs; ensuring ASME/API compliance; and supporting construction, commissioning, and startup with a focus on safety and efficiency.