Chemical Engineer

We are recruiting a Chemical Engineer for a large manufacturing operation in Knysna, Western Cape. The position involves optimising production processes, designing and implementing improvements, conducting root cause analyses, and managing capital expenditure projects from concept to commissioning. Strong technical knowledge and stakeholder management skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed engineering designs, calculations, simulations, and technical specifications for civil, mechanical, electrical, or process systems.
• Mentor and supervise junior engineers, technicians, and graduate trainees, providing technical and professional development guidance.
• Conduct technical analyses including stress analysis, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and structural integrity using industry-standard software.
• Develop and implement preventative and predictive maintenance programmes for industrial plant and equipment to maximise reliability.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure project requirements are clearly communicated.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant standards, codes of practice, health and safety regulations, and environmental legislation.

Requirements

• A minimum of five to eight years of postgraduate engineering experience with demonstrable project achievements in the relevant sector.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to apply engineering first principles to complex technical challenges.
• Professional registration as Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng, or candidate registration actively working towards professional registration.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to produce clear technical reports and present to varied audiences.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and coordinating across engineering disciplines for integrated project outcomes.
• Strong understanding of engineering standards, codes of practice, and regulatory requirements applicable in South Africa.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Engineering