Senior Process Development Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Career development

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Development Engineer for our Randburg facility. You will drive innovation by scaling up new chemical processes, optimize existing ones, and ensure safe, efficient production.

You will lead projects from concept through full-scale implementation in collaboration with R&D, operations, and engineering teams. The role requires a strong background in reaction engineering, process modeling, and safety assessments, with 7+ years in the

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in process development, scale-up, and optimization within the chemical industry.
• Strong background in reaction engineering, separation processes, and process modeling.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus) and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent understanding of safety regulations and environmental impact assessments.
• Strong leadership, project management, and technical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of new chemical processes from lab scale to pilot and commercial production.
• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate process parameters, yields, and product quality.
• Develop P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications for new processes.
• Perform techno-economic evaluations and risk assessments for process changes and new ventures.
• Troubleshoot complex process issues encountered during scale-up and commercial operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project implementation and technology transfer.

Skills

Reaction engineering

Process modeling

Aspen Plus

Statistical analysis

Leadership

Project management

Technical communication

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly experienced Senior Process Development Engineer to drive innovation and optimization within their Randburg facility. This role is key to developing and scaling up new chemical processes, improving existing ones, and ensuring efficient, safe, and sustainable production. You will lead projects from conceptualization through to full-scale implementation, collaborating closely with R&D, operations, and engineering teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned engineer to make a significant impact in a leading organization within the dynamic industrial landscape of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of new chemical processes from lab scale to pilot and commercial production.
• Design and conduct experiments to evaluate process parameters, yields, and product quality.
• Develop P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications for new processes.
• Perform techno-economic evaluations and risk assessments for process changes and new ventures.
• Troubleshoot complex process issues encountered during scale-up and commercial operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project implementation and technology transfer.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in process development, scale-up, and optimization within the chemical industry.
• Strong background in reaction engineering, separation processes, and process modeling.
• Proven experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus) and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent understanding of safety regulations and environmental impact assessments.
• Strong leadership, project management, and technical communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Relocation assistance available for successful candidates.
• A stimulating work environment focused on cutting-edge chemical process innovation in Randburg .