Senior Process Engineer – Hybrid, Growth & Bonuses

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development

Generous PTO

Job summary

Placements24 in Midrand is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to optimize and enhance chemical processes in a state-of-the-art facility. You will drive innovation, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and contribute to the production lifecycle in a collaborative team.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience in chemical/process engineering, proficiency with Aspen Plus and HYSYS, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in process engineering within chemical/petrochemical industries.
• Experience with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data analysis tools.
• Ability to lead process improvement initiatives and manage small-to-medium scale projects.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement new chemical processes and optimize existing ones for yield, efficiency, and cost.
• Conduct detailed process simulations and modeling to predict performance and identify issues.
• Troubleshoot operational problems, identify root causes, and implement solutions to minimize downtime and ensure product quality.
• Collaborate with operations, R&D, and quality control for seamless process integration and product launches.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards, including HAZOP and risk assessments.
• Prepare technical reports, process documentation, and operating manuals.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 in Midrand is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to optimize and enhance chemical processes in a state-of-the-art facility. You will drive innovation, ensure safety and environmental compliance, and contribute to the production lifecycle in a collaborative team.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience in chemical/process engineering, proficiency with Aspen Plus and HYSYS, and strong analytical skills.