Senior Process Engineer - Chemical & Energy

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Exposure to cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for its facility in Vereeniging, South Africa. The role centers on designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting chemical processes within the energy sector to improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

You will work with operations, maintenance, R&D, and QA teams to deliver compliant processes, P&IDs, and operating procedures while leading technical discussions and implementing innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in process engineering, with exposure to chemical or energy industries.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and P&ID development tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mass transfer.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM), HAZOP studies, and risk assessments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling using specialized software to predict performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee the implementation of new process technologies and equipment, ensuring smooth integration and minimal disruption.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions to enhance process reliability.
• Develop and maintain Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), operating procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, R&D, and quality assurance, to achieve project and operational goals.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their facility in Vereeniging . This role is integral to the optimization and development of chemical processes within the energy sector, focusing on efficiency, safety, and sustainability. You will be involved in designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex chemical processes, working closely with operational teams and research and development. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned engineer to apply their expertise in a challenging and rewarding industrial environment, contributing to critical processes that support the nation's energy needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling using specialized software to predict performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Oversee the implementation of new process technologies and equipment, ensuring smooth integration and minimal disruption.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, conduct root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions to enhance process reliability.
• Develop and maintain Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), operating procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, R&D, and quality assurance, to achieve project and operational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in process engineering, with significant exposure to the chemical or energy industries .
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and P&ID development tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mass transfer.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM), HAZOP studies, and risk assessments.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, pension fund, and other retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development, including advanced training and certifications.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and challenging industrial processes .
• A supportive team environment focused on innovation and operational excellence.