Process Engineer I Solid at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• Support process engineering strategy by meeting production targets, providing process engineering technical support, and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Manage OWAP monitoring and deviation prevention on unit level and ensure that unit is optimally operated within agreed upon operating envelopes.
• Provide technical input into compilation and execution of test-runs, trials, studies, improvement initiatives, and daily assurance process.
• Identify and prevent risks of process deviation affecting safety, integrity, and availability.
• Provide input into driving and supporting Process Safety management studies, initiatives, and defined compliance plans.
• Conduct shutdown inspections and enable equipment functionality and integrity.
• Provide support on catalyst and chemicals loading, unloading, and conditioning.
• Define and manage process safety information.

Key Accountabilities

• Define OWAP and optimum operating window in which the value chain should be operated Monitor and identify improvement opportunities to ensure operation within the OWAP Translate loss accounting into improvement plans
• Monitor and interpret performance on technical drivers, constraints and levers on value chain level taking upstream and downstream units into account
• Support shutdown with respect to value chain integration, idea generation and process equipment integrity
• Monitor adherence to and effectiveness of plans to protect product volumes
• Analyze effectiveness of data provided for production planning and scheduling processes Report value chain and system heat maps, losses and integrity concerns
• Assimilate and contextualize data for input into improvement initiatives through technical investigations via the asset management process
• Understand optimum operating windows, deviations and preventative measures
• Do data assimilation and contextualization to identify opportunities for input into process related improvement plans/technical landscape
• Contribute technical inputs into plans to protect product volumes and identify risk of deviation
• Pro-actively monitor risk identification for own business unit operations
• Ensure process integrity of equipment, inspections and recommendations of improvement opportunities during shutdowns Monitor effectiveness of plans to protect product volumes and adherence to yields supplied for planning and scheduling processes
• Issue reports as per requirements / business need Monitor energy usage and identify improvement opportunities Improve plant reliability, volume and unit cost Ensure value chain basic documentation and systems are in place and at required standard
• Participate and give input into Technical HAZOPs, PFD and MFD reviews & PDAs Give inputs into Production operating manuals, including start up and shutdown procedures as well as training manuals Develop and maintain operating envelope documents Ensure that process engineering fundamental tools are in place and relevant Compliance with internal guidelines & policies e.g. MOC processes
• Actively identify process safety threats and deliver on mitigation plans Provide process engineering support and input for small project process design
• Ensure appropriate governance is applied with regards to the process scope of work Work independently, know when to seek help, network across boundaries and disciplines
• Ensure governance compliance and risk management
• Comply to internal Sasol guidelines, policies and procedures Identify process safety threats and provide mitigation plans in Adhere to SHE strategy to achieve zero harm Share knowledge within team
• Coach others Actively participate in peer reviews by reviewing work of other engineers Build teams and create synergies through working across boundaries Engage in discussions with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate technical support is provided

Formal Education

• University Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Min Experience

• 3+ relevant years

Competencies

• Analytics: The systematic computational analysis of data or statistics
• Compliance: Understanding the rules, regulations, sanctions and other statutory requirements, guidelines and instructions relating to governing bodies and organizations, both internally and externally.
• Continuous Process Improvement: The methodology followed for increasing the effectiveness and/or efficiency of a business process, often through automation.
• Problem Solving: Is a step-by-step process of defining a problem, searching for information, and testing a series of solutions until the problem is solved. In involves critical thinking, analysis and persistence.
• Project Coordination: Knowledge and experience with Project Coordination is planning, organizing, and managing tasks and resources to accomplish a objective this include an administrative, liaison and support role that supports one or more projects. Usually used during smaller non capital projects.
• Relationship Management: The conscious aim to develop and manage long-term and/or trusting relationships with internal or external customers, distributors, suppliers, or other parties in an environment which can include marketing, selling, servicing and other areas where a relationship is crucial to on-going success.  At a senior level, it includes C-level relationships with senior management such as CEO [Chief Executive Officer], CIO [Chief Information Officer], and CFO [Chief Financial Officer].

Required Personal and Professional Skills

• BC_Collaborates
• TC_Process Risk Analysis
• TC_Process Safety / Environmental
• TC_Operating Process Knowledge
• TC_Process Management and Development
• BC_Decision Quality
• BC_Inspires Engagement
• TC_Compliance Management
• BC_Ensures Accountability
• BC_Strategic Mindset

Closing Date

14 April 2025