Remote Chemical Engineer - Operations Support

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement benefits

Home office setup allowance

Technology support

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Chemical Engineer to provide remote Operations Support for their facilities, including the Upington site. The role focuses on troubleshooting, optimizing processes, and maintaining plant efficiency from a distance.

You will analyze data, use remote monitoring tools, and work with on-site teams to implement changes. A Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and 6+ years of experience are required, with strong communication skills and experience with DCS/SCADA

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 6+ years of experience in chemical plant operations, process engineering, or technical support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data interpretation.
• Proficiency in process simulation and data analysis software is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support teams remotely.
• Familiarity with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and SCADA systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for chemical plant operations.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement recommendations for process optimization and debottlenecking.
• Collaborate with plant personnel to implement changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to operational procedures and safety protocols through remote guidance.
• Prepare technical reports and conduct virtual training sessions for plant staff.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Data analysis software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Chemical Engineer to provide remote Operations Support for their facilities, including the one in Upington . This role is vital for troubleshooting operational issues, optimizing existing processes, and ensuring plant efficiency from a distance. You will work closely with on-site teams, utilizing data analytics and remote monitoring tools to diagnose problems and propose solutions. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who excels in problem-solving and communication within a remote setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for chemical plant operations.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement recommendations for process optimization and debottlenecking.
• Collaborate with plant personnel to implement changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Ensure adherence to operational procedures and safety protocols through remote guidance.
• Prepare technical reports and conduct virtual training sessions for plant staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 6+ years of experience in chemical plant operations, process engineering, or technical support.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in data interpretation.
• Proficiency in process simulation and data analysis software is essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively support teams remotely.
• Familiarity with Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and SCADA systems is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to impact operations across multiple sites from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Home office setup allowance and technology support.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development.