Process Development Engineer - New Technologies

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an innovative Process Development Engineer for a hybrid role based in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA. You will research, design, and scale up novel chemical processes aiming at improved efficiency, sustainability, and product quality.

The hybrid model enables on-site collaboration with remote data analysis and documentation. As a forward-thinking chemical engineer, you will drive tech-forward projects across R&D, engineering, and operations, developing PFDs and P&IDs

Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate new chemical process technologies and methodologies.
• Design and execute pilot-scale experiments to test the feasibility of new processes.
• Optimize process parameters for yield, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) for new technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and operations teams to ensure successful technology

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking an innovative Process Development Engineer for a hybrid role based in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA . This position focuses on exploring and implementing new technologies and processes within our operational framework. You will be instrumental in researching, designing, and scaling up novel chemical processes that enhance efficiency, sustainability, and product quality. The hybrid work model allows for flexibility, enabling collaboration with on-site teams while utilizing remote capabilities for analysis and documentation. If you are a forward-thinking chemical engineer eager to drive innovation in a growing region, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and evaluate new chemical process technologies and methodologies.
• Design and execute pilot-scale experiments to test the feasibility of new processes.
• Optimize process parameters for yield, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) for new technologies.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and operations teams to ensure successful technology