Remote Lead Process Engineering: Scale-Up & Innovation

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Development Engineer for a fully remote role. The candidate will guide a team through the development and scale-up of novel chemical processes from lab concept to commercial viability, while coordinating with R&D and manufacturing teams from a remote location.

Strong leadership, technical acumen, and a proven track record in bringing new chemical technologies to market are essential for success in this globally connected role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of process engineers in development and scale-up of new chemical processes.
• Oversee design, simulation, and optimization of chemical processes for scalability and feasibility, managed remotely.
• Develop project plans, manage timelines, and allocate resources for process development initiatives.
• Collaborate with R&D to translate lab findings into pilot and commercial-scale processes.
• Conduct PHAs and implement risk mitigation in a virtual setting.
• Prepare PFDs, P&IDs, mass and energy balances, and equipment specs.
• Interface with manufacturing, engineering, and procurement to ensure seamless technology transfer.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Development Engineer for a fully remote role. The candidate will guide a team through the development and scale-up of novel chemical processes from lab concept to commercial viability, while coordinating with R&D and manufacturing teams from a remote location.

Strong leadership, technical acumen, and a proven track record in bringing new chemical technologies to market are essential for success in this globally connected role.