Process Engineer - Speciality Chemicals

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Fully remote work

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Engineer with expertise in speciality chemicals for a fully remote role. You will optimize and develop processes for high-value chemical products, collaborating with R&D and production teams to translate lab discoveries into scalable manufacturing.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelors or Masters in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years in process engineering, strong skills in process simulation and data analysis, and experience with pilot plants and scale-up in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering required.
• 5+ years in process engineering in speciality/fine chemicals.
• Experience with pilot plant operations and scale-up.
• Remote collaboration and strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for production of speciality chemicals.
• Conduct pilot plant studies and scale-up trials to validate process designs.
• Collaborate with R&D to troubleshoot synthesis routes and improve purity and yield.
• Develop process documentation (P&IDs, SOPs, and batch records).
• Analyze process data to identify efficiency improvements and cost reduction.
• Ensure all processes meet stringent quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Process simulation

Statistical analysis

Scale-up expertise

Reaction engineering

Pilot plant operations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Process Engineer with expertise in Speciality Chemicals to join their innovative and fully remote team. This role focuses on optimizing and developing processes for a range of high-value chemical products. You will work closely with research scientists and production teams to translate laboratory discoveries into scalable, efficient manufacturing processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking engineer to make a significant impact in a dynamic, technology-driven sector from the convenience of a remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for the production of speciality chemicals.
• Conduct pilot plant studies and scale-up trials to validate process designs.
• Collaborate with R&D to troubleshoot synthesis routes and improve product purity and yield.
• Develop process documentation, including P&IDs, SOPs, and batch records.
• Analyze process data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reduction.
• Ensure all processes meet stringent quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, preferably within speciality chemicals or fine chemicals.
• Proficiency with process simulation software and statistical analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of organic synthesis, reaction engineering, and separation technologies.
• Experience with pilot plant operations and scale-up challenges.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Exposure to cutting-edge chemical technologies and product development.