Chemical Engineer (2–5 Years' Experience)

Location: Bagamoyo SEZ (TISEZA), Tanzania

Experience: 2–5 years

Function: Process / Production Engineering

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Chemical Engineer to support the plant setup and construction, commissioning, and operation of our copper sulphate manufacturing plant. This is a build-phase role suited to an engineer who wants ownership of process systems from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Support process engineering for CuSO₄·5H₂O production — reaction, crystallization, filtration, and drying stages.
• Assist in equipment installation, commissioning, and start-up of plant systems.
• Monitor and optimize process parameters, mass balance, and product quality/yield.
• Operate and maintain the closed-loop / Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system.
• Ensure safe handling of sulphuric acid and copper feedstock, and adherence to HSE standards.
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• Maintain batch records, process documentation, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and procurement functions to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements (NEMC, OSHA, GCLA).

Requirements

• B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in a chemical, metallurgical, fertilizer, or inorganic process plant.
• Understanding of reaction chemistry, crystallization, and material/energy balances.
• Exposure to plant commissioning or start-up is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of process safety and handling of acids/hazardous chemicals.
• Willingness to relocate to and work in Bagamoyo, Tanzania.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on, ownership-driven mindset.

Preferred

• Experience with copper sulphate, metal salts, or hydrometallurgical processes.
• Experience with Sulphuric acid handling.