Remote Lead Chemical Engineer — Process Optimization

Placements24

Southampton

Hybrid

GBP 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses
Stock options
Global health benefits
Flexible remote setup

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead Chemical Engineer to drive process optimization across a global network. This remote role demands leadership of a talented engineering team and the use of advanced modeling and analytics to boost efficiency, yield, and sustainability in chemical manufacturing.

You will mentor engineers, implement best practices for control and performance, and liaise with operations and R&D to deliver strategic projects from anywhere in the world.

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering with a focus on optimization.
  • Proven track record leading complex optimization projects and teams.
  • Expertise in process simulation software, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Experience working effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and implementation of strategic process optimization initiatives across facilities.
  • Utilize modeling, simulation, and data analytics to identify improvements.
  • Mentor and guide a team of chemical engineers in optimization projects.
  • Develop and deploy best practices for process control, efficiency, and sustainability.
  • Collaborate with site operations, R&D, and management to ensure alignment and project success.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Process optimization
Process simulation
Statistical analysis
Data visualization
Leadership
Remote work
Stakeholder communication

Education

Master's in Chemical Engineering
PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS
MATLAB
Tableau
Python

Job description

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead Chemical Engineer to drive process optimization across a global network. This remote role demands leadership of a talented engineering team and the use of advanced modeling and analytics to boost efficiency, yield, and sustainability in chemical manufacturing.

You will mentor engineers, implement best practices for control and performance, and liaise with operations and R&D to deliver strategic projects from anywhere in the world.

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