Lead Process Engineer: Scale-Up in Specialty Chemicals
Placements24
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Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Engineer in Randburg to drive process development and optimization in the specialty chemicals division. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, shape scalable manufacturing solutions, and work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and QA to improve yield, safety, and cost efficiency.
The ideal candidate has a Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, 8+ years in process engineering with 3+ in leadership, and strong skills in process simulation and data
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in specialty chemicals or process development.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Extensive experience in process design, scale-up, and troubleshooting of complex chemical reactions.
- Proficiency with process simulation tools and statistical analysis software.
- Strong knowledge of safety protocols and environmental compliance in the chemical industry.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of process engineers and technicians in process design, development, and optimization.
- Oversee the scale-up of new chemical processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial scale.
- Develop and implement innovative process improvements to enhance yield, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
- Conduct rigorous process hazard analyses (PHAs) and ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
- Collaborate with R&D to translate new chemical discoveries into viable manufacturing processes.
- Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for process engineering initiatives.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Engineer in Randburg to drive process development and optimization in the specialty chemicals division. You will lead a team of engineers and technicians, shape scalable manufacturing solutions, and work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and QA to improve yield, safety, and cost efficiency.
The ideal candidate has a Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, 8+ years in process engineering with 3+ in leadership, and strong skills in process simulation and data
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