Lead Process Development Engineer - Tangerang, Banten
This role is pivotal in translating laboratory discoveries into viable, scalable industrial processes. You will lead a team of engineers and chemists, focusing on the design, optimization, and validation of new chemical manufacturing processes. This on-site position requires close collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless technology transfer and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and optimization of new chemical processes from laboratory scale through pilot and commercial scale.
- Design and manage pilot plant trials, collecting and analyzing data to define critical process parameters and ensure scalability.
- Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P\u0026IDs), and equipment specifications.
- Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and implement necessary safety measures.
- Collaborate closely with R\u0026D chemists to understand reaction mechanisms and optimize synthesis conditions.
- Work with manufacturing teams to ensure smooth technology transfer and successful implementation of new processes.
- Troubleshoot process-related issues during scale-up and initial production runs.
- Evaluate and recommend process equipment and technologies.
- Mentor and guide junior process development engineers.
- Ensure all process development activities adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Requirements
- Master\'s or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in process development, scale-up, and pilot plant operations within the chemical industry.
- Proven expertise in chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and mass transfer.
- Strong experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, ChemCAD).
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects and technical teams.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Familiarity with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) is a plus.
- Experience in safety studies (e.g., HAZOP) and risk assessments.
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of safety and quality.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Significant opportunities for professional growth, training, and conference participation.
- Relocation assistance for candidates relocating to Tangerang.
- Access to state-of-the-art pilot plant and laboratory facilities.
- A challenging role with significant impact on product innovation and manufacturing efficiency.