Remote Chemical Process Engineer - Design & Optimize

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first role

International project involvement

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Chemical Process Engineer for a fully remote role supporting global client projects. You will perform process design, optimization, and troubleshooting, while collaborating with virtual teams across locations. A strong background in chemical engineering and process simulation is essential.

The role emphasizes independent work, excellent communication, and the ability to deliver high-quality technical services remotely, with international project involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering; master's preferred.
• 5–8 years of chemical process engineering experience.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct process analysis, simulation, and optimization for chemical industries.
• Develop and refine PFDs and P&IDs.
• Provide process design, scale-up, and troubleshooting expertise.
• Identify opportunities for yield improvement and cost reduction.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and client presentations.

Skills

Chemical process engineering

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ChemCAD

Job description

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Chemical Process Engineer for a fully remote role supporting global client projects. You will perform process design, optimization, and troubleshooting, while collaborating with virtual teams across locations. A strong background in chemical engineering and process simulation is essential.

The role emphasizes independent work, excellent communication, and the ability to deliver high-quality technical services remotely, with international project involvement.