Senior Process Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary bonus

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement benefits

Learning opportunities

Paid vacation

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Engineer to join our client in Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa. The role focuses on optimizing chemical manufacturing processes, developing new strategies, and ensuring safe, high‑quality output.

The ideal candidate has a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering with 6+ years’ experience, strong process simulation, scale‑up, and problem‑solving skills.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years of progressive experience in process engineering in chemical manufacturing.
• Experience with process simulation, scale-up, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mass transfer.
• Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing chemical processes to improve efficiency, yield, and cost.
• Develop process modifications and new technologies to enhance production.
• Perform PHAs and implement safety measures for compliance.
• Design, supervise, and validate pilot plant and full-scale runs.
• Collaborate with operations, R&D, and maintenance to troubleshoot and implement sustainable solutions.

Skills

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their dynamic team in Paarl , focusing on advanced Chemical Manufacturing operations. This role is critical for optimizing existing production processes, developing new manufacturing strategies, and ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality output. You will lead process improvement initiatives, troubleshoot operational challenges, and contribute to the design and implementation of new manufacturing technologies. The ideal candidate will possess strong chemical engineering principles, a deep understanding of process optimization, and a commitment to operational excellence in a manufacturing setting. This position offers a significant opportunity to drive innovation and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing chemical manufacturing processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency, yield, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement process modifications and new technologies to enhance production capabilities.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and implement safety measures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Design, oversee, and validate pilot plant and full-scale production runs.
• Collaborate with operations, R&D, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.

Requirements

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in process engineering within the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Proven expertise in process simulation, scale-up, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and mass transfer.
• Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• Generous paid vacation and company holidays.
• A challenging and rewarding work environment in Paarl .