Process Development Engineer: Scale-Up & Innovation

Placements24; Willows (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Process Development Engineer to enhance and scale chemical processes within an established manufacturing setting. You will translate lab findings into robust, scalable production, collaborating with R&D and operations to drive efficiency, quality, and cost reductions.

The role requires a chemistry-forward mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and process optimization on-site at our Welkom facility.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• 3–5 years of process development experience.
• Experience in experimental design and data analysis.
• Familiarity with process modeling is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork on-site.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and scale-up chemical processes from pilot to commercial production.
• Conduct experiments and analyze data to identify process improvements and troubleshoot production issues.
• Design and implement process control strategies to ensure consistent product quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and operations teams on new product introductions and process modifications.
• Ensure all process development activities adhere to safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including process descriptions and validation reports.

Skills

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Process modeling

Unit operations

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Process Development Engineer to enhance and scale chemical processes within an established manufacturing setting. You will translate lab findings into robust, scalable production, collaborating with R&D and operations to drive efficiency, quality, and cost reductions.

The role requires a chemistry-forward mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and process optimization on-site at our Welkom facility.