Innovation Process Engineer – R&I, Brussels (Hybrid)

Solvay Group; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solvay Cares program: 16 weeks of paid

Well-being and flexible hybrid work

Professional development & language &/

Job summary

Solvay is seeking an experienced Research and Innovation Process Engineer on a fixed-term contract based in Brussels, Belgium, with occasional travel to the Netherlands. You will develop process flow sheets, scale up lab data, and collaborate across functions to deploy new process technologies within the Peroxides GBU.

English proficiency required; other languages welcome. The role emphasizes safety, data analysis, and techno-economic evaluation, contributing to Solvay's leadership in chemical

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Strong knowledge of process design fundamentals (PFDs, P&IDs, equipment sizing).
• Proficiency in Aspen Plus / Aspen HYSYS.
• English proficiency; other languages are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Develop process flow sheets, mass and energy balances, and simulation studies.
• Scale up laboratory process data and collaborate with manufacturing sites to identify integrated solutions.
• Analyze laboratory data, troubleshoot process issues, and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate techno-economic scenarios based on developed process flow sheets.
• Communicate project progress and findings to stakeholders through oral and written reports.
• Apply HSE rules and housekeeping practices while fostering safety culture.
• Contribute to laboratory safety and protection of people and assets.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Collaborative mindset

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Aspen HYSYS

Job description

Solvay is seeking an experienced Research and Innovation Process Engineer on a fixed-term contract based in Brussels, Belgium, with occasional travel to the Netherlands. You will develop process flow sheets, scale up lab data, and collaborate across functions to deploy new process technologies within the Peroxides GBU.

English proficiency required; other languages welcome. The role emphasizes safety, data analysis, and techno-economic evaluation, contributing to Solvay's leadership in chemical