Chemical Process Optimization Engineer - Hybrid Role

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Chemical Process Engineer specializing in Optimization for Paarl operations in a hybrid work setting. You will analyze process data, identify inefficiencies, and drive improvements through simulations and experiments to enhance efficiency, throughput, and cost-effectiveness.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in chemical process engineering with a focus on optimization, proficiency in Aspen HYSYS/UniSim/Minitab, and strong fundamentals in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field required.
• Minimum 5 years of chemical process engineering experience focusing on optimization.
• Proficiency with Aspen HYSYS, UniSim, and Minitab for simulation and analysis.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and kinetics.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with process control systems and data acquisition is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze process data to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for yield improvement.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies using statistical modeling.
• Design and conduct experiments to validate improvements and gather scale-up data.
• Troubleshoot complex process issues and recommend sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and R&D teams to implement optimizations.
• Monitor and report KPIs related to process efficiency and output.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Data analysis

Statistical analysis

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

UniSim

Minitab

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Chemical Process Engineer specializing in Optimization for Paarl operations in a hybrid work setting. You will analyze process data, identify inefficiencies, and drive improvements through simulations and experiments to enhance efficiency, throughput, and cost-effectiveness.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in chemical process engineering with a focus on optimization, proficiency in Aspen HYSYS/UniSim/Minitab, and strong fundamentals in