Senior Process Engineer

Chainlink Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading process engineering company in South Africa is seeking a Senior Process Engineer. This role involves leading a team, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have a BSc in Chemical Engineering and 8 to 15 years of experience in process plant design and commissioning. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8 - 15 years of experience in process plant design and commissioning.
• ECSA registration is desirable.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering and design for new or improved process plants.
• Ensure adherence to design quality and change control procedures.
• Select appropriate equipment and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Process Optimization

Data Analysis

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

BSc Chemical Engineering or BTech ChemEng

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Engineer to join us in our process plant.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure the understanding and alignment of your team to the company's Vision, Mission, and Value Statement
• Ensure that the design quality requirements are clearly understood and agreed, and that change control procedures are adhered to.
• Arrange the services of engineering consultants for specialized intermittent needs.
• Lead the process engineering, design and development of new process plant, or improvements to existing process plants.
• Provide technical expertise in process engineering principles, including mass and energy balances and P&ID design.
• Apply this knowledge to design, troubleshoot and optimize processes.
• Identify opportunities for process and process design optimization to improve efficiency, reduce costs, increase throughput, or enhance product quality.
• Implement changes and evaluate their impact through data analysis.
• Select appropriate equipment and machinery for different processes.
• Specify equipment requirements and work with vendors and other discipline engineers to ensure equipment meets project specifications.
• Ensure that the manufacturing processes designed comply with relevant safety regulations and industry standards.
• Identify potential hazards and implement safety protocols to mitigate risks.
• Manage the work allocation and day-to-day operations of a team of process engineers in the process engineering department to meet overall company project requirements.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of process engineers.
• Mentor engineers, provide technical training, and foster a collaborative work environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process and process design efficiency, quality, and reliability.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc Chemical Engineering, BTech ChemEng (Requirement)
• Process Plant Design and Commissioning Experience of 8 - 15 Years
• ECSA registration (Desirable)
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations
• Adaptability to changing priorities and project requirements.
• Exceptional time-management and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.