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⚙️ Senior Process Engineer – Process Plant Design & Engineering

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About the Role An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Process Engineer to take a leading technical role in the design and execution of complex process engineering projects. The successful candidate will combine advanced process engineering expertise, technical leadership and project coordination , while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective engineering solutions. This position is ideally suited to a technically strong engineer with extensive experience in process plant design and multidisciplinary engineering environments. Key Responsibilities Lead process engineering design activities across feasibility, detailed design and project execution phases. Develop and review mass and energy balances, process simulations and equipment sizing calculations. Oversee the preparation of BFDs, PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specifications and process design documentation. Develop process design philosophies, operating philosophies and technical reports. Lead or contribute to HAZOPs, SIL assessments, technical reviews and process safety studies. Provide technical input into project scopes, tenders, cost estimates and engineering proposals. Coordinate process engineering deliverables across multidisciplinary project teams. Provide technical guidance during equipment procurement, construction, commissioning and performance testing. Identify process improvements and opportunities for optimisation. Mentor and supervise junior and intermediate Process Engineers. Ensure engineering designs comply with applicable technical standards, safety requirements and project specifications. Minimum Requirements BEng\/BSc Engineering in Chemical Engineering from a recognised institution. 8+ years' relevant process engineering experience , preferably within a multidisciplinary engineering or EPCM environment. Proven experience in process plant design within the mining, metallurgical, chemical, gas cleaning or related industrial sectors. Strong technical expertise in mass and energy balances, process modelling, equipment sizing and process design. Extensive experience with PFDs, P&IDs, process specifications and engineering documentation. Practical exposure to HAZOP studies, process safety and plant commissioning. Demonstrated ability to lead technical work packages and mentor engineers. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and coordination skills. Ability to engage confidently with clients, engineering teams and project stakeholders. An excellent opportunity for a technically accomplished Process Engineer to assume a senior engineering role and contribute to challenging industrial projects in South Africa and internationally.