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Process Engineer

Engineering
Network Contracting
Gauteng, South Africa3 weeks ago
Service contract

Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist Senior Process Engineers with process design, calculations and technical studies.
  • Perform basic mass and energy balance calculations.
  • Assist with the preparation and updating of Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs.
  • Assist with process equipment sizing, selection and technical evaluations.
  • Collect and analyse process data to identify process inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
  • Support process optimisation, troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, datasheets and process specifications.
  • Assist with equipment and instrumentation specifications.
  • Participate in HAZOP studies, risk assessments and process safety reviews.
  • Provide technical support during site inspections, investigations, commissioning and start-up activities.
  • Review vendor documentation, drawings and technical submissions.
  • Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation and other engineering disciplines.
  • Assist with client meetings, project reporting and technical presentations.
  • Support project planning, procurement and contractor coordination where required.
  • Ensure engineering activities comply with relevant standards, specifications, quality and safety requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • BEng / BSc / BTech in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 0–3 years' relevant experience in process engineering, engineering consulting, manufacturing, mining, petrochemical, food, energy or a related environment.
  • Exposure to PFDs, P&IDs and process engineering calculations.
  • Understanding of mass and energy balances.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Good technical report-writing and communication skills.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Exposure to AutoCAD and/or process simulation software will be advantageous.
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.
  • Willingness to travel to project and client sites when required.

Keywords
OrchestrationAutoCADInstrumentation

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