Process Engineer, Midrand

We are looking for a skilled Process Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will optimise production processes, solve day-to-day engineering challenges, and work closely with operations and maintenance teams to improve plant performance. This is a great opportunity for an engineer who wants to grow their career in a hands‑on environment.

What We Need From You Must Have

BSc / BEng / BTech in Chemical, Process, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

3–7 years of relevant process engineering experience in a plant or production environment

Registered with ECSA (or actively working towards registration)– preferred

Solid understanding of process optimisation, mass/energy balances, and P&IDs

Experience with process simulation tools (e.g. Aspen, HYSYS) is an advantage

Proficiency in MS Office; experience with SAP or similar systems is a plus

Strong problem‑solving ability and analytical mindset

Good communication skills– able to work across teams and write clear reports

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks at once

Comfortable working in an active plant / operational environment

Understanding of South African HSE legislation and ISO standards is an advantage

What You Will Do

Monitor and optimise plant processes to improve efficiency, yield, and quality

Identify and investigate process problems and implement practical solutions

Support new projects, process changes, and equipment commissioning

Conduct process audits, root cause analyses, and write technical reports

Work with the maintenance and operations teams on shutdowns and improvements

Ensure processes comply with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards

Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on process performance

Assist with training of operators and junior team members

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