Process Development Engineer (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Professional development budget

Remote work incentives

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Engineer to join an innovative team in a fully remote capacity. The role focuses on conceptualizing, designing, and piloting new chemical processes from laboratory scale to initial industrial implementation, leveraging advanced simulation tools and data analytics to drive breakthroughs.

The position requires a strong background in chemical engineering, 5+ years of process R&D, and excellence in remote collaboration and reporting.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering with focus on process development.
• 5+ years of chemical process R&D experience, including lab work and pilot plant operations.
• Proficiency in process simulation, modeling, and data analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Process simulation

Data analytics

DoE

Remote collaboration

Reaction engineering

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.