Remote Chemical Engineer for Digital Transformation & AI

Placements24; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Flexible remote work

Access to cutting-edge digital tools

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer specialized in digital transformation to join a fully remote team across South Africa. You will drive AI, ML, IoT initiatives to optimize chemical processes, improve energy efficiency, and ensure safe, sustainable operations.

You will collaborate with data scientists and plant engineers to deploy smart solutions, build predictive models, and implement digital twins for key processes.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in the chemical industry, with at least 2 years focused on digital technologies or data analytics.
• Proven experience with digital transformation initiatives, data analysis, and modeling techniques.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their application in industrial settings.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and engineering principles.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a virtual environment.
• Experience with simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Must be a resident of South Africa and authorized to work remotely.

Aufgaben

• Lead the exploration and adoption of digital technologies (AI, ML, IoT, Big Data) within chemical process engineering.
• Develop and implement digital strategies to optimize process performance, reduce waste, and improve energy efficiency.
• Collaborate with data science teams to build predictive models for equipment reliability and process forecasting.
• Design and oversee the integration of sensors and digital platforms for real-time data acquisition and analysis.
• Evaluate and recommend new software tools and platforms for process simulation, data management, and visualization.
• Work remotely with global stakeholders to define project requirements and deliver digital solutions.
• Champion digital initiatives and provide training on new technologies and methodologies.
• Contribute to the development of digital twins for critical chemical processes.

Kenntnisse

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Project management

Independent working

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Tableau

Power BI

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 seeks a Chemical Engineer specialized in digital transformation to join a fully remote team across South Africa. You will drive AI, ML, IoT initiatives to optimize chemical processes, improve energy efficiency, and ensure safe, sustainable operations.

You will collaborate with data scientists and plant engineers to deploy smart solutions, build predictive models, and implement digital twins for key processes.