PROCESS ENGINEER ANAEROBIC CO-DIGESTION at Segula Technologies

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Anaerobic Digestion, Biogas Production, Process Engineering, Material Balances, Energy Balances, Equipment Sizing, Technical Specifications, Project Execution, Commissioning, Performance Testing, Process Optimization, Data Analysis, Troubleshooting, Feasibility Studies, Technical Audits, Simulation Tools

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description At SEGULA Technologies you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and help shaping the future within an engineering company which is at the heart of innovation. From 3D printing, augmented reality, connected vehicle to the factory of the future – new technologies are part of our 15,000 ingenious collaborators’ day-to-day life. Company profile : https://www.segulatechnologies.com/en/ Job Description Location: South Africa Cape Town/Johannesburg Status: Permanent Reporting to: Technical Manager Main Mission Design, optimize, and oversee anaerobic co-digestion processes for the recovery of organic waste from agri-food industries, agriculture, livestock, and slaughterhouses. Ensure energy efficiency and environmental compliance while meeting safety and quality standards. Key Responsibilities Design & Studies: Develop technical solutions for anaerobic digestion and biogas production in line with standards and regulations. Perform material and energy balances; size equipment such as digesters, pre-treatment systems, and biogas upgrading units. Prepare technical specifications and participate in procurement processes for equipment and subcontractors. Project Execution & Monitoring: Supervise commissioning phases in coordination with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control systems, …). Ensure compliance with quality, schedule, and cost objectives. Oversee performance testing and optimize operational parameters. Operation Expertise & Optimization: Act as a technical expert for plant operation, providing guidance to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Analyse operational data to improve biogas yield and process stability. Advise on best practices for plant management and troubleshooting. Conduct additional studies and propose process adjustments when operating conditions change (e.g., feedstock variability, seasonal impacts). Innovation & Development: Identify and integrate innovative technologies to enhance biogas yield and digestate valorisation. Conduct feasibility studies and technical audits for new projects. Skills & Profile Engineering degree in Process Engineering, Bioenergy, or equivalent. 5–10 years of experience in anaerobic digestion, wastewater treatment, or biogas projects. Strong knowledge of biological, thermal, and mechanical processes related to methanization. Proficiency with simulation and calculation tools (Aspen, ProSim, or similar). Ability to manage multidisciplinary projects and coordinate multiple stakeholders. Strong technical rigor, innovative mindset, and negotiation skills with clients and suppliers. Contract/country: Unlimited Job family: Worksite - Industrialization

Responsibilities

The main mission involves designing, optimizing, and overseeing anaerobic co-digestion processes for organic waste recovery, ensuring energy efficiency and environmental compliance. Key responsibilities include developing technical solutions, performing material and energy balances, supervising commissioning, and acting as a technical expert for plant operation and optimization.