Senior Chemical Process Development Engineer

Placements24

Riverton (UT)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Excellent salary and bonus potential

Comprehensive health insurance

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Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a Senior Chemical Process Development Engineer to lead bench-to-scale-up projects, drive process improvements, and implement new technologies in our chemical manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with production, engineering, and R&D teams to translate laboratory discoveries into robust, commercially viable processes.

The role emphasizes safety, environmental compliance, and reliable performance, requiring deep expertise in reaction engineering,

Qualifications

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering is required.
7+ years of experience in process development, scale-up, and chemical manufacturing environments.
Proven expertise in reaction engineering, separation processes, and process modeling.
Experience with HAZOP, risk assessments, and process safety management.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of chemical processes from bench to commercial scale.
Design experiments, analyze data, and develop robust process control strategies.
Conduct techno-economic evaluations and feasibility studies for new process initiatives.
Prepare detailed process designs, including PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances, and equipment specifications.
Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support during process commissioning and ongoing operations.
Ensure all process development activities adhere to the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process modeling software

PFD/P&ID design tools

Mass/energy balance tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly accomplished Senior Chemical Process Development Engineer to join their operations in Upington . This role is pivotal in driving innovation and efficiency within our chemical manufacturing processes. You will lead projects focused on process improvement, scale-up, and the implementation of new technologies, ensuring optimal performance and sustainability. Working on-site, you will collaborate closely with production, engineering, and research teams to translate laboratory discoveries into robust, commercially viable processes. This is a key role for an experienced engineer aiming to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development, optimization, and scale-up of chemical processes from bench to commercial scale.
Design experiments, analyze data, and develop robust process control strategies.
Conduct techno-economic evaluations and feasibility studies for new process initiatives.
Prepare detailed process designs, including PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances, and equipment specifications.
Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting support during process commissioning and ongoing operations.
Ensure all process development activities adhere to the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Requirements

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering.
7+ years of experience in process development, scale-up, and chemical manufacturing environments.
Proven expertise in reaction engineering, separation processes, and process modeling.
Experience with HAZOP, risk assessments, and process safety management.
Strong project management skills and the ability to lead technical teams.
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving capabilities for an on-site role.

Benefits