Senior Process Engineer - Sustainable Chemistry

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension fund

Annual leave

Professional development

Performance bonuses

Relocation assistance

Cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for a key role in Pietermaritzburg. You will optimize existing chemical processes, design new manufacturing methods, and drive safety and efficiency across operations.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in chemical/process engineering, expertise in Aspen Plus/HYSYS, and demonstrated experience with HAZOP and PSM. You will lead cross‑functional teams and contribute to sustainable process innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 7 years progressive experience in process engineering within the chemical or petrochemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of unit operations, reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and process control.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data analysis tools.
• Experience with HAZOP studies and process safety management (PSM).
• Registration with ECSA highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing chemical processes to improve yield, reduce waste, and lower energy consumption.
• Design and implement new process technologies, ensuring scalability and economic viability.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot plant trials for new product development and process improvements.
• Develop process simulations and models to predict performance and identify potential issues.
• Troubleshoot operational problems and implement corrective actions to maintain process stability.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of process changes.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations in Pietermaritzburg.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex projects.
• Stay abreast of latest advancements in chemical engineering technology and best practices.

Skills

Unit operations

Reaction kinetics

Thermodynamics

Process control

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

PSM

HAZOP

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer for a key role in Pietermaritzburg. You will optimize existing chemical processes, design new manufacturing methods, and drive safety and efficiency across operations.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in chemical/process engineering, expertise in Aspen Plus/HYSYS, and demonstrated experience with HAZOP and PSM. You will lead cross‑functional teams and contribute to sustainable process innovation.