Process Development Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Process Development Engineer to join a fully remote team in the United States. You will design and pilot new chemical processes from lab scale to early industrial implementation, leveraging Aspen Plus or PRO/II and data analytics to enable breakthroughs.

The role requires a strong background in chemical engineering, 5+ years in R&D, and excellent remote collaboration skills to work across time zones and with global teams.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field with a strong focus on process development.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical process R&D, including hands-on lab work and pilot plant operations.
• Proficiency in process simulation, modeling, and data analysis techniques.
• Experience with statistical experimental design (DoE) and data interpretation; strong knowledge of kinetics, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop novel chemical processes; optimize existing ones.
• Use process simulation software (Aspen Plus, PRO/II) and data analytics to model behavior.
• Plan and execute laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to validate designs.
• Prepare technical reports and feasibility studies for new process initiatives.
• Collaborate with researchers, project managers, and engineers across time zones using virtual platforms.
• Troubleshoot challenges during development and scale-up.

Skills

Process development

DoE design

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Laboratory skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

PRO/II

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Process Development Engineer to join their innovative team in a fully remote capacity. This role is focused on conceptualizing, designing, and piloting new chemical processes and technologies that will shape the future of our client's product offerings. You will leverage advanced simulation tools and your deep technical expertise to drive breakthrough innovations from laboratory scale through to initial industrial implementation. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a passion for research and development, adept at virtual collaboration and communicating complex technical ideas effectively. This position offers the unique advantage of working on challenging R&D projects with significant impact, all from the convenience and flexibility of your chosen remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop novel chemical processes and optimize existing ones for improved yield, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Utilize process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, PRO/II) and data analytics to model and predict process behavior.
• Plan and execute laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to validate process designs and gather critical data.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, research summaries, and feasibility studies for new process initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with research scientists, project managers, and engineers across different time zones using virtual collaboration platforms.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges encountered during process development and scale-up phases.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field with a strong focus on process development.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical process R&D, including hands-on lab work and pilot plant operations.
• Proficiency in process simulation, modeling, and data analysis techniques.
• Experience with statistical experimental design (DoE) and data interpretation.
• Strong understanding of chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, and reaction engineering.
• Excellent remote communication and teamwork skills, with a self-starter attitude.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with remote work incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and online courses.
• Home office stipend and support for remote work setup.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking research with a global impact.