Senior Chemical Engineer, Midrand

Job Description WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms globally and within Africa. To further our strategic business expansion plan, we are seeking new employees who are loyal, committed, competent, and proud to work for us. We are committed to achieving and maintaining diversity and equity in employment.

Key Role Provide technical leadership and strategic oversight for complex chemical engineering scopes across energy and infrastructure projects. The role focuses on driving technically robust, safe and compliant solutions, leading discipline inputs within multidisciplinary teams, reviewing and approving key deliverables, and supporting project, client and business objectives at a senior level.

Responsibilities

Lead chemical engineering scopes across project phases (feasibility, concept, basic and detailed design) for complex and high‑risk projects

Define and approve design philosophies, basis of design inputs, and key technical approaches for chemical, process support and plant systems

Provide technical authority and review/approval of calculations, specifications, engineering reports, datasheets and design deliverables

Lead development and review of chemical dosing systems, storage and handling systems, water treatment/conditioning systems, utilities, and effluent/emissions interfaces

Provide expert input into material selection, corrosion management strategies, and chemical compatibility for plant systems and infrastructure

Guide and review P&IDs, operating philosophies, commissioning strategies and operational support documentation

Lead technical engagement with vendors and suppliers, including evaluation of complex technical submissions and participation in negotiations

Provide technical leadership during construction and commissioning phases, resolving complex technical queries and site issues

Lead and participate in safety and risk studies (e.g. HAZID/HAZOP), ensuring alignment with best practice and regulatory requirements

Mentor and develop intermediate and senior chemical engineers, providing technical guidance and quality oversight

Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, client specifications and internal quality management systems

Health and Safety

Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental, and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you

Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm

Embracing, displaying, and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is always maintained

Qualifications

BEng / BSc in Chemical Engineering

15+ years’ experience in chemical engineering design, leadership and project delivery (energy/industrial/process/utility systems)

Extensive experience on large‑scale and/or high‑risk projects and recognised technical authority in discipline

Professional Registration with ECSA

Key Competencies and Generic Skills

Exceptional technical expertise and strategic thinking ability

Strong leadership, judgement, and decision‑making capability

Excellent client‑facing and senior stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams across geographies

Uncompromising focus on safety, quality, risk management, and delivery excellence

Additional Information WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important– be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application. As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. We strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP.

We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

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