Remote Chemical Process Development Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Chemical Process Development Engineer to design, optimize, and scale up novel chemical processes from a home-based setup. This fully remote role emphasizes independence, collaboration with R&D and pilot teams, and delivering robust, commercially viable manufacturing approaches.

You will translate lab discoveries into scalable processes while maintaining strict safety and environmental standards, with ample autonomy and growth potential in a globally

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in chemical process development and scale-up.
• Proficiency with process simulation software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new chemical processes from lab to pilot scale.
• Optimize existing processes to improve yield, reduce costs, and enhance safety.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to predict performance.
• Prepare detailed process descriptions, PIDs, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with R&D chemists for technology transfer and scale-up.
• Specify and evaluate process equipment for pilot and commercial scales.
• Troubleshoot issues during scale-up and initial production.
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resources in a remote setting.
• Author technical reports and contribute to IP filings.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Strong project management

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

ChemCAD

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding innovator in specialty chemicals, is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Remote Chemical Process Development Engineer. This fully remote position is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives on designing, optimizing, and scaling up novel chemical processes from a home-based office environment. You will be instrumental in taking laboratory-scale discoveries and translating them into robust, commercially viable manufacturing processes. This role requires exceptional analytical abilities, a deep understanding of chemical kinetics and thermodynamics, and strong project management skills. You will collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams, including R&D scientists, pilot plant engineers, and manufacturing personnel, utilizing advanced digital collaboration tools. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that embraces remote work and offers significant autonomy and growth potential. Our client is dedicated to fostering a culture of innovation and providing employees with the tools and support needed to succeed in a remote setting. You will be a key contributor to bringing groundbreaking chemical products to market efficiently and effectively, working from anywhere within the specified remote work parameters.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new chemical processes for the synthesis of target molecules, from lab to pilot scale.
• Optimize existing processes to improve yield, reduce costs, enhance safety, and minimize environmental impact.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to predict performance and identify critical parameters.
• Prepare detailed process descriptions, PIDs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate closely with R&D chemists to ensure seamless technology transfer and scale-up.
• Specify and evaluate process equipment for pilot plant and commercial scale operations.
• Troubleshoot process issues encountered during scale-up and initial production runs.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Author technical reports, present findings to project teams, and contribute to intellectual property filings.
• Ensure process designs comply with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in chemical process development and scale-up.
• Demonstrated success in developing and commercializing new chemical processes.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, ChemCAD) and data analysis tools.
• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of chemical reaction engineering, separation processes, and thermodynamics.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE) is highly desirable.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office setup conducive to remote work.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a generous retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development are provided, including access to online courses and virtual conferences.
• A flexible work schedule and a fully remote work arrangement are core to this role, promoting an excellent work-life balance.
• This is a remote position, offering the freedom to work from your preferred location within **South Africa**.
• Our client is committed to employee growth and offers significant opportunities for advancement within its expanding global operations.
• We believe in empowering our remote workforce with the latest digital tools and fostering a strong virtual team culture.