Remote Chemical Process Engineer for Global Optimization

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Global projects

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Chemical Process Engineer to support global capital and operational projects. You will perform process simulations, design reviews, and feasibility studies for international facilities, focusing on optimization and debottlenecking in remote settings.

You will develop P&IDs, troubleshoot complex process issues with global teams, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of chemical process engineering experience with a focus on project execution and optimization.
• Experience in petrochemical, refining, or specialty chemical plant design and operations.
• Proficiency with process simulation software such as Aspen Plus or ChemCAD, including dynamic simulation.
• Strong knowledge of P&ID development, equipment sizing, and process safety principles.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills with international teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Proficiency with digital collaboration tools (MS Teams, Slack, Zoom) and project management software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert chemical process engineering support for global capital and operational projects.
• Conduct process simulations, design reviews, and feasibility studies for international facilities.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization, debottlenecking, and yield improvement in remote settings.
• Develop technical specifications and P&IDs for process equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot complex process issues remotely, collaborating with on-site teams via virtual means.
• Ensure all process designs comply with international safety, environmental, and industry standards.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, presentations, and project documentation for global stakeholders.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineers and technical staff across different geographies.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Process engineering

Project management

Analytical thinking

Education

BEng or BSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

ChemCAD

MS Teams

Slack

Zoom

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Chemical Process Engineer to support global capital and operational projects. You will perform process simulations, design reviews, and feasibility studies for international facilities, focusing on optimization and debottlenecking in remote settings.

You will develop P&IDs, troubleshoot complex process issues with global teams, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.