Senior Process Engineer — Renewable Energy (Hybrid)

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.750.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work

Annual leave

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Process Engineer to lead design and optimization of renewable energy processes.

You will analyze existing systems, develop new process flows, run simulations, and collaborate with R&D and operations to ensure safe, efficient plant performance.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years in energy process engineering and a data-driven mindset.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process engineering within the energy sector, with a focus on renewables.
• Experience with process design, simulation (Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II), and optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat/mass transfer.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Pr.Eng. status is desirable.

Aufgaben

• Analyze existing energy production and distribution processes to identify opportunities for optimization.
• Design and develop new process flows and equipment specs for renewable energy projects (solar, wind, biomass).
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for proposed modifications and installations.
• Oversee implementation and commissioning of new process equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and maintenance to meet project goals.
• Develop and maintain process documentation (P&IDs, manuals, safety procedures).
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Data-driven

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Senior Process Engineer to lead design and optimization of renewable energy processes.

You will analyze existing systems, develop new process flows, run simulations, and collaborate with R&D and operations to ensure safe, efficient plant performance.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years in energy process engineering and a data-driven mindset.