Process Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Process Engineer to support Richards Bay operations on a remote basis. You will optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and ensure product quality using advanced engineering methods while collaborating with on-site teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of process engineering experience in manufacturing, preferably chemicals or heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within the manufacturing sector, preferably in chemicals or heavy industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of SPC and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent remote collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and drive change effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.
• Design, develop, and implement new processes or modifications to existing ones using process simulation and modeling tools.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate process changes and measure their impact.
• Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including P&IDs, SOPs, and control strategies.
• Troubleshoot process issues remotely, collaborating with on-site technicians and engineers to implement solutions.
• Stay current with new manufacturing technologies and best practices, recommending adoption where appropriate.

Skills

SPC

Lean manufacturing

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and innovative Process Engineer to join their team on a remote basis, supporting operations that include facilities in Richards Bay . This position focuses on optimizing manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, reducing waste, and ensuring product quality through advanced engineering principles. You will analyze existing processes, identify bottlenecks, and develop and implement solutions, working closely with on-site teams, engineering colleagues, and management. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced engineer who excels in remote collaboration and is passionate about driving operational excellence from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and quality.
• Design, develop, and implement new processes or modifications to existing ones using process simulation and modeling tools.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate process changes and measure their impact.
• Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including P&IDs, SOPs, and control strategies.
• Troubleshoot process issues remotely, collaborating with on-site technicians and engineers to implement solutions.
• Stay current with new manufacturing technologies and best practices, recommending adoption where appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within the manufacturing sector, preferably in chemicals or heavy industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent remote collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and drive change effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and virtual training.
• The flexibility to work from home while contributing to significant industrial operations.