Senior Process Engineer

Chainlink Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Africa is seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Engineer. You will lead process engineering projects, ensuring design quality and safety compliance. The ideal candidate has a BSc in Chemical Engineering and 8-15 years of experience in process plant design and commissioning. This role also involves mentoring engineers and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Qualifications

• Process Plant Design and Commissioning Experience of 8 - 15 Years.
• ECSA registration (Desirable).
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure team alignment with company vision.
• Lead process engineering for new or improved process plants.
• Implement changes and evaluate their impact through data analysis.

Skills

Technical Competence

Problem-Solving Skills

Design and Innovation Expertise

Communication Skills

Team Management and Leadership Abilities

Education

BSc Chemical Engineering

BTech ChemEng

Job description

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

Responsibilities will include : Provide leadership to ensure the understanding and alignment of your team to the company's Vision, Mission, and Value StatementEnsure 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 YearsECSA registration (Desirable)Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulationsAdaptability to changing priorities and project requirements.Exceptional time-management and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Key Requirements

These key requirements encompass a combination of technical expertise, interpersonal skills, and strategic thinking necessary for the success in the role.

• Technical Competence
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Design and Innovation Expertise
• Communication Skills : Teamwork and Collaboration
• Continuous Learning
• Attention to Detail and Accuracy
• Time Management of Self and a Team
• Team Management and Leadership Abilities