Remote Chemical Engineer: Optimize Processes & Yield

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,487,000 - 2,148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Healthcare insurance

Paid time off

Home office stipend

Global projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Chemical Engineer to lead process optimization across diverse global projects. You will analyze existing chemical processes, model scenarios, and implement strategies to boost yield, reduce waste, and cut costs while coordinating with on-site teams remotely.

You should hold a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, 5+ years in process engineering, and be proficient with Aspen HYSYS and MATLAB.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, focused on optimization.
• Proficiency in Aspen HYSYS and MATLAB; strong data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze chemical process data to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies for process optimization, focusing on yield enhancement and waste reduction.
• Conduct virtual simulations and modeling to test optimization scenarios before implementation.
• Collaborate with on-site engineering and operations teams to implement process changes remotely.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in process optimization and chemical engineering.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical thinking

Statistical skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

MATLAB

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Chemical Engineer to lead process optimization across diverse global projects. You will analyze existing chemical processes, model scenarios, and implement strategies to boost yield, reduce waste, and cut costs while coordinating with on-site teams remotely.

You should hold a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, 5+ years in process engineering, and be proficient with Aspen HYSYS and MATLAB.