Process Engineering
Process Engineering
Process engineers are professionals who help to transform raw materials into finished products. They play a vital role in the manufacturing divisions associated with most industries, including agriculture, lifestyle, chemical, energy, infrastructure and health care. Engineers utilise their application knowledge of science to create materials that people can use every day.
As the demand for products increases, a process engineer’s services allow companies to optimise the production process. This includes designing equipment, controlling processes, monitoring vital indices and analysing large volumes of data associated with manufacturing. Process engineers work closely with professionals like industrial manufacturers and designers to create competitive products and materials at viable manufacturing costs.
What does a process engineer do?
A process engineer is an expert in the equipment, systems and methods used in a manufacturing facility to transform raw materials into a final product form. They are responsible for the smooth operation of production facilities, plants and factories, and often requires a mix of academic and administrative skills. Some process engineer duties include:
testing, monitoring and maintaining equipment, including conducting regular tests to make sure equipment complies with prescribed standards
researching, pricing and assisting in the purchase of new equipment
designing new equipment as required or redesigning the flow of the process in the factory or plant
designing, modifying and overseeing processes to guarantee maximum output with minimum defects in the production line
overseeing the operations of the plant
overseeing the safety of employees
writing, maintaining and collecting required paperwork to show compliance with safety protocols
collecting and interpreting data on efficiency and budgets to report to senior management
analysing every detail and step of the production process to cut costs, increase productivity and optimise the production line
- Electromagnetic Flow Meter
- Vortex Time Flow Meter
- Paddle Wheel Flow Meter
- Thermal Dispersion Flow Sensor
- Floating Element Flow Sensor
- Ultrasonic Flow Meter Type
- Differential Pressure Flow Meter
- Coriolis Mass Flow Meter
What skills do process engineers require?
Mathematical skills
- Analytical skills
Machine knowledge
- Software literacy
Communication skills
Collaboration skills