Remote Process Optimization Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Home Office stipend

Technology allowance

Professional development budget

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Process Optimization Engineer with 8+ years of experience to analyze chemical processes across international sites. You will leverage Aspen Plus/UniSim to develop models, identify bottlenecks, and guide implementations from a remote setting.

The role emphasizes autonomous work, strong communication, and the ability to drive significant efficiency and safety improvements across global operations.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years in process engineering with optimization focus.
• Proficiency in Aspen Plus/UniSim and statistical tools.
• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication for virtual collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze process data to optimize yield, energy use, and waste.
• Develop and test process models using Aspen Plus/UniSim.
• Collaborate remotely with site engineers to implement improvements.
• Conduct virtual PHAs and recommend safety enhancements.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Stay current with new technologies in process optimization.

Skills

Process optimization

Chemical engineering

Aspen Plus

UniSim

Statistical analysis

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

UniSim

Minitab or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Process Optimization Engineer to join their global team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will play a crucial role in analyzing and improving the efficiency, safety, and sustainability of our client's chemical processes across various international sites. Utilizing advanced simulation tools and data analytics, you will identify bottlenecks, propose innovative solutions, and guide implementation to achieve significant performance gains. This role is ideal for an independent and proactive engineer passionate about driving operational excellence through remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex chemical process data to identify areas for optimization in yield, energy consumption, and waste reduction.
• Develop and utilize advanced process simulation models to test hypotheses and propose innovative solutions.
• Collaborate remotely with site engineers and production teams to implement process improvements and best practices.
• Conduct virtual process hazard analyses (PHAs) and recommend safety enhancements.
• Create detailed reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in process optimization and chemical engineering.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in process engineering, with a strong focus on optimization and troubleshooting.
• Expert proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, UniSim) and statistical analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and autonomously in a remote setting.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for virtual collaboration.
• Proven ability to drive projects and influence stakeholders across different geographies.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous home office stipend and technology allowance.
• Professional development budget for online courses and conferences.
• Opportunity to work on global projects impacting diverse chemical operations.