Chemical Engineer

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General:

• Develop, design, construct and commission chemical production facilities in the energetic materials environment.
• Effectively manage and engage with internal and external stakeholders through the project and proposal phase.
• Ensure project activities comply with relevant standards and guidelines.
• Work independently while managing contributions across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Assist senior staff with day-to-day activities.

Chemical Engineering:

• Develop required Process Engineering documentation during the Basic and Detailed Engineering phases.
• Prepare mass and energy balances, Block Flow Diagrams (BFDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), equipment sizing calculations, operating philosophies and summary lists.
• Participate in and contribute to design reviews and project hazard and risk studies.
• Correctly specify process equipment and generate datasheets for procurement.
• Develop concept designs for chemical production facilities as inputs into Technical Proposals
• Generate Technical Proposals for chemical production facilities that will form part of the Tender Package.
• Compile VROOM and ROOM costing for chemical production facilities.
• Develop commissioning and performance test run execution plans.

Project Coordination:

• Coordinate engineering activities across all disciplines during design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Manage sub-contractors to ensure compliance with scope, cost and schedule requirements.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between project stakeholders, ensuring effective information flow and issue resolution.
• Liaise with clients to align on technical requirements and scope.

Qualification and Certifications

• Minimum Qualification: B.Eng/B.Sc in Chemical Engineering (related engineering qualifications will also be considered).
• Master/Doctorate in Energetic Material science will be advantageous.

Applicable Experience

• 3 -5 years working experience in a process engineering environment.
• Preferred industry experience: Energetic materials and EPCM
• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills, with an ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

• Competitive compensation package with incentive bonus and pension fund
• Medical Schemes
• Stable employer background
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Weapons and Ammunition Division
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing
• Career development and progress opportunities
• Individual and diverse training opportunities and programs (Bursary Schemes)
• Subsidized canteen on site with themed days and multiple dietary options
• Innovative and dynamic working environment and culture
• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do
• Participation in (international) Rheinmetall activities and events