Senior Process Mechanical Engineer - Lead & Innovate

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund benefits

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Work-life balance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Mechanical Engineer in George, Western Cape. You will spearhead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex mechanical systems and process equipment across our operations, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and safety.

You will provide technical direction, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to achieve strategic objectives, with strong emphasis on process mechanics, fluid dynamics, and heat

Qualifications

• BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years in process mechanical engineering, preferably chemical/oil & gas.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3, API standards; project management experience.
• Pr. Eng. with ECSA or eligible for registration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design, specification, and selection of mechanical process equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, reactors, piping).
• Develop and review P&IDs from a mechanical perspective.
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP studies for mechanical systems.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, foster high performance.
• Collaborate with procurement to ensure timely delivery of equipment and services.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Mechanical design

Process mechanics

Fluid dynamics

Heat transfer

Communication

Team mentorship

Education

BSc/BEng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation

P&ID tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Mechanical Engineer in George, Western Cape. You will spearhead the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex mechanical systems and process equipment across our operations, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and safety.

You will provide technical direction, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to achieve strategic objectives, with strong emphasis on process mechanics, fluid dynamics, and heat