Remote Chemical Plant Optimization Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Híbrido; ZAR 1 830 000 - 2 496 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Global health benefits package

Remote work stipend

Home office equipment allowance

Professional development opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a remote Chemical Plant Optimization Engineer to drive efficiency across global facilities. You will analyze plant data, identify bottlenecks, and design strategies to improve yield, throughput, energy use, and product quality.

This role requires a strong background in chemical engineering and advanced analytics (Python, R, MATLAB), SPC and DOE, with the ability to collaborate virtually with site engineers and management to implement enhancements.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 6+ years of experience in chemical process operations and optimization.
• Strong data analysis skills with Python, R or MATLAB.
• Experience with SPC and DOE methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and remote communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze plant data to identify bottlenecks and optimization opportunities.
• Develop data-driven strategies to improve yield, throughput, energy use, and product quality.
• Support remote implementation of control improvements and APC strategies.
• Collaborate virtually with site engineers and management to drive performance.

Conhecimentos

Python

R

MATLAB

DOE

SPC

Chemical Eng

Formação académica

Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering

Ferramentas

Process Simulation Tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client is seeking a results-oriented Remote Chemical Plant Optimization Engineer to drive efficiency and productivity across their facilities. Working entirely remotely, you will analyze plant operational data, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to enhance performance, reduce costs, and improve product quality. This role requires a deep understanding of chemical processes and advanced analytical skills. You will collaborate virtually with site engineers and management to implement impactful optimization solutions, contributing to the company's operational excellence from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze plant operational data using statistical methods and process modeling tools.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements in areas such as yield, throughput, and energy consumption.
• Develop and recommend data-driven optimization strategies and best practices.
• Support remote implementation of process control improvements and advanced process control (APC) strategies.
• Collaborate virtually with site personnel to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.
• Prepare performance reports and present findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering .
• 6+ years of experience in chemical process operations and optimization.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis software (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB) and process simulation tools.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and design of experiments (DOE).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote work.
• Ability to interpret complex operational data and translate it into actionable insights.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Comprehensive global health benefits package.
• Generous remote work stipend and home office equipment allowance.
• Professional development opportunities, including advanced analytics training.
• Flexible remote working environment allowing for global collaboration.