Remote Chemical Engineer - Research & Development

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly innovative Remote Chemical Engineer for its R&D division. You will conceptualize, design, and pilot new chemical processes from a remote location, collaborating with global teams across time zones.

This role emphasizes translating lab findings into industrial applications, driving safety, and regulatory compliance while delivering groundbreaking research from Benoni.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering with R&D focus.
• Minimum 8 years in chemical process R&D and scale-up.
• Strong background in reaction engineering and thermodynamics.
• Experience with process simulation software and DOE methods.
• Excellent communication for remote, global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead scale-up of novel processes from benchtop to pilot in virtual R&D environment.
• Conduct literature reviews, feasibility studies, and economic analyses for new concepts.
• Design and oversee pilot plant experiments with rigorous data collection.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams to support new product development.
• Prepare technical reports, patent applications, and project proposals.
• Ensure R&D activities comply with SHE regulations.

Skills

Reaction engineering

Thermodynamics

DOE

Process simulation

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly innovative Remote Chemical Engineer for their Research & Development division. In this role, you will be instrumental in conceptualizing, designing, and piloting new chemical processes and products, working from a remote location. You will collaborate closely with R&D scientists and engineers across different time zones, translating laboratory findings into viable industrial applications. This is a challenging and rewarding position for a forward-thinking engineer passionate about driving innovation and shaping the future of chemical technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and scale-up of novel chemical processes from benchtop to pilot scale in a virtual R&D environment.
• Conduct thorough literature reviews, feasibility studies, and economic analyses for new process concepts.
• Design and oversee pilot plant experiments, ensuring rigorous data collection and analysis.
• Collaborate with global R&D teams, providing chemical engineering expertise to support new product development.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, patent applications, and project proposals related to R&D initiatives.
• Ensure all R&D activities comply with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) regulations.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in R&D or process development.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in chemical process research, development, and scale-up.
• Strong background in reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and separation processes.
• Proficiency with process simulation software and experimental design methodologies (DOE).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for a remote, international team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses, designed for remote professionals.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, attending virtual conferences, and accessing advanced research resources.
• Flexible working hours and location, supporting a strong work-life balance.
• Be at the forefront of innovation in the chemical industry, contributing to groundbreaking research from Benoni.