Senior Process Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & certs

Stable environment

Port Elizabeth exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join a client in Port Elizabeth, specializing in chemical manufacturing. You will lead design, optimization, and troubleshooting of processes to improve efficiency, yield, and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and at least 6 years of experience, with expertise in process simulation (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and risk assessments (HAZOP).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 6+ years of experience in chemical process engineering.
• Strong knowledge of reactions, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mass transfer.
• Experience with process simulation software and CAD tools.
• Familiarity with safety protocols (HAZOP) and environmental compliance.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Conduct process simulations, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement SOPs and ensure safety/environmental compliance.
• Lead process improvement projects using Lean or Six Sigma.
• Collaborate with production, quality control, and maintenance teams for seamless operations.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to enhance capabilities.

Skills

Process engineering

Process simulation

Lean Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

CAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their dynamic team in Port Elizabeth , specializing in Chemical Manufacturing . This role is central to optimizing production processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality across all manufacturing operations. You will be responsible for process design, troubleshooting, continuous improvement initiatives, and implementing advanced engineering solutions to meet production targets. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled engineer to contribute to operational excellence in a key industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Conduct process simulations, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
• Lead process improvement projects, utilizing methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
• Collaborate with production, quality control, and maintenance teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process engineering within the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of chemical reactions, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mass transfer.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and CAD tools.
• Experience with safety protocols, risk assessments (HAZOP), and environmental compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications in chemical engineering.
• A stable and supportive work environment in the industrial sector of Port Elizabeth .
• Exposure to diverse chemical manufacturing processes and technologies.