Remote Chemical Process Engineer - Automation Focus

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1.976.000 - 2.964.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Remote role

Flexible working hours

Remote work stipend

Health benefits

Global project exposure

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Chemical Process Engineer with a specialization in Automation and Control Systems. The role is fully remote and aims to optimize chemical processes through advanced control strategies from anywhere.

You will design, implement, and improve automated control systems for diverse chemical manufacturing processes, enhancing efficiency, safety, and product quality. This position requires strong analytical skills, deep process dynamics knowledge, and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering with instrumentation & control focus.
• 5+ years in process engineering with significant automation experience.
• Experience with DCS and PLC platforms.
• Experience with modeling/simulation tools for control system design.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and their control requirements.

Aufgaben

• Design APC strategies for chemical manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain control system logic, HMI screens, and alarms.
• Troubleshoot and optimize automation systems for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with remote teams to define automation requirements.
• Run simulation studies to test control strategies before implementation.
• Stay updated on new process automation technologies and upgrades.

Kenntnisse

Process engineering

Automation

Control systems

DCS/PLC platforms

Modeling & simulation

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

DCS platforms

PLC platforms

Simulation tools

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Remote Chemical Process Engineer with a specialization in Automation and Control Systems. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise in optimizing chemical processes through advanced control strategies from anywhere. You will work on designing, implementing, and improving automated control systems for various chemical manufacturing processes, enhancing efficiency, safety, and product quality. This role demands strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of process dynamics, and proficiency with modern automation platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced process control (APC) strategies for chemical manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain control system logic, HMI screens, and alarming systems.
• Troubleshoot and optimize existing automation systems to improve process performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with remote engineering and operations teams to define automation requirements and solutions.
• Conduct simulation studies to test and validate control strategies before implementation.
• Stay abreast of new developments in process automation technologies and recommend upgrades.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering with a strong focus on instrumentation and control.
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, with a significant portion dedicated to industrial automation.
• Proficiency with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) platforms.
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools for control system design.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and their control requirements.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote role, reflecting your expertise.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Flexible working hours and a remote work stipend.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging automation projects.
• Contribute to operational excellence in chemical manufacturing from your home office, impacting global operations.