Senior Process Engineer - Power Generation

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

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Process Engineer to optimize and manage energy generation processes. Lead improvements, analyze complex engineering challenges, and oversee commissioning of new units while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role combines on-site and remote work with cross-functional collaboration across operations, maintenance, and project management to drive efficiency and sustainability in power production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in process engineering within energy or chemical processing industries.
• Proven track record of successful process optimization and project execution.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs in power generation.
• Conduct detailed process analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving for complex engineering challenges.
• Design and evaluate process equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and project management, to achieve project goals.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation related to process design and performance.
• Oversee the commissioning and startup of new process units and modifications.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations throughout all operational phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to support team development.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and capital project evaluations.

Skills

Process optimization

Project management

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading entity in the Energy sector, is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Process Engineer to join their dynamic team in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal. This is a critical role focused on optimizing and managing complex energy generation processes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability across our client's facilities. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects within the South African energy landscape, working with cutting-edge technology and fostering innovation. We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about driving improvements and possesses a deep understanding of chemical and mechanical engineering principles as applied to power production. The role involves a combination of on-site and remote work, offering flexibility while maintaining operational oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs in power generation.
• Conduct detailed process analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving for complex engineering challenges.
• Design and evaluate process equipment and systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and project management, to achieve project goals.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and documentation related to process design and performance.
• Oversee the commissioning and startup of new process units and modifications.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations throughout all operational phases.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to support team development.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and capital project evaluations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in process engineering within the Energy or chemical processing industries.
• Proven track record of successful process optimization and project execution.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat