Senior Process Engineer - Petrochemicals

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Flexible arrangements within Pretoria

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Senior Process Engineer at a leading petrochemical facility in Pretoria. You will drive design, optimization and troubleshooting of chemical processes to ensure safe, efficient production of high-value petrochemicals.

You will model processes with Aspen Plus or HYSYS, develop P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and lead safety reviews (HAZOP/LOPA) while collaborating with R&D, operations and maintenance teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Process Engineer in petrochemical/chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of chemical engineering principles and process design.
• Proficiency with process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for petrochemical production, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling using Aspen Plus or HYSYS.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to improve process performance.
• Develop P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, operations, and maintenance.
• Lead process safety reviews (HAZOP, LOPA) and ensure adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Process engineering

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their advanced petrochemical facility in Pretoria . This role is integral to the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of chemical processes, ensuring efficient and safe production of high-value petrochemical products within the energy sector . You will play a key part in process improvements, debottlenecking, and the implementation of new technologies. This position offers a significant opportunity for professional development and to make a tangible impact in a leading industrial complex, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for petrochemical production, ensuring safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling using software such as Aspen Plus or HYSYS.
• Troubleshoot operational issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to improve process performance.
• Develop P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, operations, and maintenance.
• Lead process safety reviews (HAZOP, LOPA) and ensure adherence to safety standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Process Engineer in the petrochemical or chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles and process design.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development, including international conferences.
• Flexible remote working arrangements within Pretoria .
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and sustainability.