Senior Process Engineer - Petrochemical Operations

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary plus bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Training and development

Innovative and safe environment

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Engineer to enhance and optimize petrochemical processes at a facility near Welkom in the Free State. The role focuses on efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance, with responsibilities spanning design, development, and troubleshooting of chemical processes.

You will work to improve yields, reduce energy use, ensure product quality, and collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to deliver safe, compliant processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering within the petrochemical or Oil & Gas industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and P&ID development.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mass transfer principles.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) and HAZOP studies.
• Ability to work effectively on-site in the Welkom area, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and modify process equipment and systems to improve operational performance and safety.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and implement recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Develop process simulation models to test design modifications and optimize operating conditions.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment failures, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations and company HSE policies.
• Collaborate with project engineers on capital projects, providing process expertise from conceptual design through to commissioning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

P&ID development

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly competent Senior Process Engineer to enhance and optimize petrochemical processes at their facility near Welkom . This role is critical for ensuring the efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance of our operations. You will be responsible for the design, development, and troubleshooting of chemical processes, working to improve yields, reduce energy consumption, and ensure product quality. The position requires a strong analytical mind, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operations and maintenance teams. Join us in shaping the future of petrochemical production in the Free State province.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and modify process equipment and systems to improve operational performance and safety.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and implement recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Develop process simulation models to test design modifications and optimize operating conditions.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment failures, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental regulations and company HSE policies.
• Collaborate with project engineers on capital projects, providing process expertise from conceptual design through to commissioning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in process engineering within the petrochemical or Oil & Gas industry .
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and P&ID development.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mass transfer principles.
• Experience with process safety management (PSM) and HAZOP studies.
• Ability to work effectively on-site in the Welkom area, demonstrating excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment focused on innovation and safety.
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to the Free State region.