What youll be doing Process Design Responsibilities Perform detailed process engineering calculations, including mass and energy balances. Size process units and prepare process data sheets for equipment procurement. Develop and review Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). Compile detailed equipment schedules, specifying capacities and selections for procurement. Develop process control philosophies and documentation. Review and approve general arrangements and electrical functionality drawings for process compliance. Commissioning and Training Participate in the commissioning of water and wastewater treatment plants. Travel locally and internationally as required (approximately 70% local / 30% international). Apply multi-disciplinary knowledge across mechanical, electrical, and process systems. Conduct operator training and technical handover sessions. Sales and Technical Support Assist with basic process design and solution proposals during the sales phase. Prepare preliminary equipment lists and process flow inputs for tenders and quotations. What youll need Beng, BTech or Diploma in Chemical Engineering (essential). 35 years process design and commissioning experience, ideally in water and wastewater treatment. Strong understanding of process design fundamentals, mass and energy balances, and P&ID development. Exposure to plant control philosophies, instrumentation, and multidisciplinary coordination. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Valid drivers license and willingness to travel (local and international). Medically fit to work in various environments, including confined spaces and heights. What is in it for you? Permanent position within a respected EPC contractor. Competitive package: R360 000 R420 000 CTC per annum (based on qualifications & experience) Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience. Hands-on exposure to full project lifecycles from design through to commissioning. Opportunity to travel, gain multidisciplinary exposure, and contribute to sustainable water infrastructure across Africa. Professional growth within a highly skilled engineering team. A Few Things to Know Based in Johannesburg travel is required (local and international). Applicants must be medically fit for site work. A practical, detail-oriented engineering mindset is essential. Ready to Apply? Click Apply Online to be directed to our secure application platform via Ditto Jobs. Please complete your application in full. If you dont hear from us within 3 months, your application was not successful. However, we may contact you for other roles in the future (with your permission). Data Privacy Notice By applying, you consent to Elchemie processing your personal data for the purpose of job matching. Your data will be securely stored and shared only with trusted service providers and clients.

Job & Company Description: This is a hands-on role that spans the full engineering lifecycle from conceptual and process design to detailed engineering, fabrication, commissioning, and plant optimization. Youll be part of a multidisciplinary team working on innovative modular process solutions that bring efficiency and performance to real-world production environments. Key Responsibilities: Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) , mass and energy balances , and process simulations Perform process design calculations and prepare specifications for critical process equipment (pumps, vessels, exchangers, reactors, etc.) Support FEED, detailed design, and commissioning phases of modular process plant projects Liaise with mechanical, electrical, and automation teams to ensure seamless project integration Participate in HAZOPs , process safety reviews, and ensure compliance with standards and codes Support troubleshooting, optimization, and process improvement during plant commissioning and operation Prepare process documentation, reports, and handover deliverables Qualifications & Experience Required: BEng/BSc/BTech in Chemical or Process Engineering Minimum 5 years process design experience in chemical, metallurgical, or mining industries Strong technical understanding of hydrometallurgical , chemical , or mineral processing systems Proficiency in process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, or similar) Hands-on experience with modular or skid-based plant projects highly advantageous Excellent analytical, communication, and project coordination skills Willingness to travel for project and site support Why This Opportunity? Work on cutting-edge modular process plants that make a real impact in the energy, chemical, and mining sectors Join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment where innovation and problem-solving thrive Gain full lifecycle exposure from concept to commissioning Competitive salary and growth potential within a high-performance team If youre a process-driven problem solver with a passion for chemical engineering and plant design this is the opportunity to take your career to the next level. Apply now! If you have not received a response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for future suitable roles.

Qualifications and Experience required: Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent/similar degree 3 5 years of experience as a process engineer Modelling Tools such as Lucid Chart, Draw.Io, Sparx EA, LeanIX, BIC Processes Process Automation and Simulation Tools Service Design Value Stream Mapping Process Automation and Optimisation TOGAF Archimate BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation) Duties and Responsibilities: Assess the current landscape through capability maturity assessments. Identify the current landscape across all capabilities within the business, including but not limited to capability models, organisational structures and processes and working closely with business architecture to ensure these are mapped correctly. Working with stakeholders to design the future-state landscape across all capabilities including customer and employee journeys – identifying users needs and designing the end-to-end journey ensuring that processes are aligned to these experiences. Regularly review processes to ensure industry regulations, quality and standards compliance. Ability and understanding to work and support multi-generational teams. Connect and create a safe environment to support, clarify and guide your stakeholders. Empower and encouraging your team to be the best version of themselves. Lead with authenticity and relatability and demonstrate genuine care Cultivate an environment that constantly seeks good. By understanding and interpreting legalities, sensitivities and or life situations that you may encounter and how to best navigate and manage. Showing the ability to follow processes and problem-solve holistically with people in the centre. Assess existing processes and perform gap and root cause analyses to determine areas for optimisation within and across all departments determining how the entire company can work better together Analyse and identify processes and opportunities for automation ensuring feasibility based on criteria such as volume, complexity and expected ROI. Implement model and framework to ensure that designs and processes are designed and implemented in a consistent manner aligned with best practices and standards. Support and review value streams with business architecture. Perform peer reviews and audits to ensure adherence to standards. Develop usability testing plans and scenarios. Facilitate tests with representative users, capturing and actioning observations and feedback to improve the design and ROI

Key Responsibilities: Develop and optimise process designs in line with project specifications and industry standards. Prepare and review process deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and technical datasheets. Conduct process simulations, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations to support project development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration of process design into overall project execution. Provide technical support during project execution, commissioning, and troubleshooting phases. Minimum Requirements: BEng / BSc in Chemical Engineering or equivalent qualification. 3 5 years relevant experience in process engineering within an EPCM or similar environment. Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen, HYSYS or similar) will be advantageous. Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Minimum Requirements: BEng in Chemical Engineering (essential) 35 years experience in process or plant design, preferably within the mining, minerals processing, or industrial sectors Experience with process control systems, instrumentation, and electrical integration Proficiency in process simulation, mass and energy balances, and P&ID development Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams Key Responsibilities: Assist in the design, development, and optimization of process systems and control strategies Support project execution from concept through to commissioning Prepare process documentation, including process flow diagrams and technical reports Interface with clients, suppliers, and internal engineering disciplines to ensure design accuracy and compliance Provide technical input to proposals and project tenders Apply now!