Chemical Process Engineer

This is an ideal position for a Chemical Engineer searching for an exciting career opportunity in a dynamic and rapidly growing Agtech and Input company. The Chemical Process Engineer position is a permanent position based in Wellington, Western Cape. This position will form part of the Process Engineering team.

Main Responsibilities

- Assist with process technology development on bench, pilot, semi-commercial and commercial scales

- Optimise, and improve chemical, physical and biochemical processes to meet production goals and improve efficiency

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions

- Conduct process simulations and modelling to evaluate process performance and identify areas for improvement

- Troubleshoot process issues and develop effective solutions to minimise downtime and ensure optimal production

- Provide support in all phases of production, including end-product support

- Develop and maintain process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs)

- Assist in the quality control process

- Provide technical support to various organisational departments and operations

- Assist in Product issues in the field and develop POKE YOKE’s to prevent reoccurrence of the issues

- Ad Hoc or other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

- Completed degree in Chemical or Process Engineering. A Master's degree in Engineering would be advantageous.

- 3-5 Years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

- Experience in the agricultural input, food processing, chemical, or pharmaceutical industries would be advantageous

- Specialisation in bioprocessing or practical experience working with enzymes will be considered a strong advantage.

- Full professional proficiency in Afrikaans and English (speaking and writing)

- High proficiency in standard business and engineering software tools

Skills and Capabilities

- Excellent work ethic

- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

- Maintain high standards under pressure

- Good attention to detail

- Make timely decisions

- Thorough understanding of processes, procedures, and systems

- Excellent communication skills

- Ability to function well both individually and as part of a team