Lead Chemical Process Engineer & Optimization Leader

Placements24

Gauteng

On-site

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites applications for a Lead Chemical Process Engineer to head process development and optimization in Sandton. The role demands strategic thinking and strong leadership to steer projects from concept to implementation.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, set technical direction, and drive innovative, safe, and sustainable chemical processes for new and existing products, aiming to enhance efficiency, quality, and market leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the process development and optimization efforts across projects in Sandton.
  • Guide a team of engineers and set technical direction.
  • Drive safe, efficient, and sustainable chemical processes.

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa invites applications for a Lead Chemical Process Engineer to head process development and optimization in Sandton. The role demands strategic thinking and strong leadership to steer projects from concept to implementation.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, set technical direction, and drive innovative, safe, and sustainable chemical processes for new and existing products, aiming to enhance efficiency, quality, and market leadership.

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