Process Optimization Engineer

About Us: Air Products is a leading provider of a wide variety of industrial and specialty gas products to the Southern African region. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and services to our customers through continuous improvement and innovation. To support our growth and ongoing success, we are seeking a Process Optimization Engineer to join our team. The Process Optimization Engineer will be responsible for providing process engineering support to the On-Sites Operations teams and implementing optimization strategies via advanced controls. Key Areas of Responsibilities: - Provide support to Operations teams to solve and resolve process operating problems, including product quality, plant efficiency, reliability, and operability issues. - Implement and maintain advanced control initiatives that perform on-line plant optimization based on the established optimization strategy for the plant. - Provide a depth analysis of plant and facility performance and potential optimization opportunities with the associated financial benefits. - Drive process safety in your area of responsibility by participating in Management of Change, Operations Hazards Review and Hazard & Operability activities. - Improve the productivity of process operations by the implementation of advanced controls and IP 21 changes. - Assist with plant start-up and commissioning activities. - Report on performance and benefits of new capital improvements. Essential Requirements: - BSc/B. Eng in Chemical Engineering, Control Engineering or Mechanical Engineering degree. - Minimum of 5-8 years proven previous experience in Process Engineering, Operations. - Process Engineering and/or Advanced Process Controls Engineering. - High degree of proficiency with Aspen DMC or similar advanced control software. - Programming experience in SQL, C++ or MATLAB advantageous. - Ability to work collaboratively with plant operators, process engineers and plant management. - Desire to understand optimization and efficiency issues with a drive to implement solutions. - Understanding of ASU Plant Operation advantageous. - Computer literate with a high degree of proficiency with MS Excel. Benefits: - Competitive salary and benefits package - Opportunities for career growth and development - Collaborative and inclusive work environment - Flexible work schedule - Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources If you are a proactive and results-driven individual with a passion for process optimization, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in transforming our operations and driving continuous improvement at Air Products.

Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, ZA

Posted Date: 7/2/2025