Senior Process Engineer

Job description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Senior Process Engineer will focus on the design, improvement, and optimization of bespoke process equipment for the purpose of improved reliability, safety and production throughput. The engineer will also support safety compliance, improvement/optimization initiatives, and provide technical guidance across multidisciplinary teams to achieve sustainable operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform mechanical and process data analysis, root cause investigations, and implement improvements to enhance plant efficiency, reliability, and productivity. Design, and specify process/mechanical equipment (pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, vessels, trolleys, piping systems, utilities, tooling, machinery, automation etc) according to project and industry standards. Prepare and update engineering documentation such as mechanical drawings, process Flow Diagrams, piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) equipment datasheets, and material specifications.

Lead and coordinate mechanical engineering activities across all project stages: design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover. Manage contractors and suppliers, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, schedules, and budget requirements. Participate in and provide mechanical expertise during HAZOP studies, risk assessments, design reviews, and safety audits. Drive continuous improvement initiatives in mechanical/process systems to reduce downtime, increase energy efficiency, and optimize plant performance.

Troubleshoot plant issues, providing first-line technical support for breakdowns, and process deviations. Support implementation of Process Safety Management (PSM), ensuring mechanical compliance with regulatory and company standards. Lead and support modification projects (MOCs) involving upgrades, debottlenecking, and optimization of process/mechanical systems. Support and mentor, sharing best practices in mechanical design and process engineering.

Evaluate manufacturing process by designing in collaboration with Continuous Improvements engineers and conducting research; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling and material; consulting equipment vendors and soliciting observations from operators. Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE/Quality/Environmental/Energy.