Remote Chemical Process Design Engineer

Placements24; Kimberley; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Chemical Process Design Engineer with 8+ years of experience to develop and optimize chemical processes from a distance. You will produce PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications for diverse plants, supporting EPC or consulting projects globally.

You will perform simulations, safety reviews, and control strategies, ensuring compliance with codes, standards, and regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams and clients remotely.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 8+ years in chemical process design, preferably in EPC or consulting.
• Proficiency with Aspen Plus or HYSYS and P&ID tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs and feasibility studies for new processes.
• Create detailed PFDs and mass/energy balances.
• Develop P&IDs, including control strategies.
• Specify major process equipment (reactors, columns, pumps, heat exchangers).
• Perform process simulations and calculations to support design.
• Conduct safety reviews (HAZOPs) remotely or facilitation.
• Collaborate with project managers, mechanical engineers, and clients.
• Ensure designs align with industry codes, standards, and regulations.
• Provide technical support during detailed engineering, construction and commissioning.

Skills

Process design

Remote collaboration

Thermodynamics

Fluid dynamics

Heat/mass transfer

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

P&ID development tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in chemical process technology development, is seeking an experienced Remote Chemical Process Design Engineer to contribute to their innovative projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional who excels in conceptualizing, designing, and optimizing chemical processes from a remote location. You will be responsible for developing process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications for various chemical plants. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a world-class team on challenging and impactful engineering tasks. Your expertise will be crucial in translating client needs into robust and efficient process designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual designs and feasibility studies for new chemical processes and facilities.
• Create detailed process flow diagrams (PFDs) and mass/energy balances.
• Develop piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), including control strategies.
• Specify major process equipment (reactors, columns, pumps, heat exchangers).
• Perform process simulations and calculations to support design activities.
• Conduct safety reviews, such as HAZOPs, in a remote or facilitated manner.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, mechanical engineers, and clients.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry codes, standards, and environmental regulations.
• Provide technical support during the detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in chemical process design, preferably within an EPC or consulting environment.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and P&ID development tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, including thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat/mass