Senior Process Engineer - Energy Production

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives based on performance

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Home office allowance

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for our Benoni, Gauteng facility. The role focuses on designing, optimizing, and troubleshooting energy production processes, ensuring safety and environmental compliance.

The position supports on-site collaboration and remote analytical work in a Hybrid setup. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with at least 6 years in process engineering within energy or heavy industry, and possess

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years in process engineering, energy or heavy industry.
• Strong background in energy production systems.
• Experience with design, optimization, and troubleshooting of processes.
• Familiarity with PSM and HAZOP.
• Proficient in process simulation and P&IDs.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize process flows for energy generation and related operations.
• Conduct simulations, feasibility studies, and pilot tests to evaluate new technologies.
• Analyze data to identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop P&IDs, equipment specs, and control strategies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and industry standards.
• Lead process improvement projects and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Process design

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

PHAs/HAZOP

Process simulation

PSM

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ChemCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the energy production sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their innovative team in Benoni, Gauteng. This role is critical for optimizing and developing the processes involved in energy generation and distribution. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and troubleshooting complex engineering processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical or mechanical engineering with a specific focus on energy production systems. This position offers a Hybrid work model, providing a blend of on-site collaboration at our Benoni facility and remote flexibility for focused analytical work. You will contribute significantly to the continuous improvement and innovation of our energy production capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize process flows for energy generation and related operations.
• Conduct process simulations, feasibility studies, and pilot tests to evaluate new technologies and improvements.
• Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for cost reduction or performance enhancement.
• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), equipment specifications, and process control strategies.
• Ensure processes comply with all relevant safety regulations, environmental standards, and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex process-related issues, providing technical expertise to operations teams.
• Lead or participate in process hazard analyses (PHAs) and safety reviews.
• Manage small to medium-sized process improvement projects, including scope definition, budgeting, and execution.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical training on process engineering principles and systems.
• Stay current with advancements in energy production technologies and process engineering methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related process engineering discipline.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in process engineering, specifically within the energy production or related heavy industrial sectors.
• Proven expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and mass transfer principles.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD) and P&IDs development.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) principles and HAZOP studies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and report-writing abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a Hybrid setting.
• Must be able to work on-site in Benoni, Gauteng as required.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary: R .
• Performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Engage with cutting-edge technologies in the energy sector in Benoni.
• Generous leave policy.
• Contribution to sustainable energy solutions.
• Allowance for home office expenses.