Senior Process Engineer - Hybrid (Chemical Processes)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Annual bonus

Professional growth and training

Hybrid work model

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown, NZ is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to enhance operational capabilities in chemical processes. You will lead complex improvement projects, provide technical expertise, and mentor junior engineers in a hybrid role combining on-site collaboration with remote analysis.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and strong skills in process simulation, modeling, optimization, and process safety management, with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in process engineering.
• Experience leading process improvement projects and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of complex chemical processes.
• Conduct in-depth process analysis to identify performance gaps and implement solutions.
• Develop and manage scopes, budgets, and timelines for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D to achieve excellence.

Skills

Process simulation

Modeling

Optimization

Process safety management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Hybrid work

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 in Queenstown, NZ is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to enhance operational capabilities in chemical processes. You will lead complex improvement projects, provide technical expertise, and mentor junior engineers in a hybrid role combining on-site collaboration with remote analysis.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and strong skills in process simulation, modeling, optimization, and process safety management, with