Senior Process Engineer — Energy Solutions Leader

Placements24

KwaZulu-Natal

On-site

ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

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Professional development

Retirement plan

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Pietermaritzburg location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for a pivotal energy-sector role in Pietermaritzburg. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in process engineering, with strong design, simulation (Aspen Plus, HYSYS), and data-analysis skills.

You will lead safety-compliant process improvements and mentor junior engineers. Join a prominent energy player committed to sustainable solutions, with opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a dynamic team environment in

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
7+ years of progressive experience in process engineering in the Energy sector.
Experience with process design, simulations, and data analysis.
Ability to manage complex projects from conception to completion.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize energy processes with safety and environmental compliance.
Run process simulations and modeling to predict performance and improvements.
Troubleshoot issues with root cause analysis and effective solutions.
Collaborate with R&D, operations, and maintenance for project execution.
Manage process projects including scope, budget, and timeline.
Maintain process documentation (P&IDs, manuals, safety procedures).
Stay updated on advances and best practices in energy process engineering.
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.