Remote Chemical Process Optimization Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,958,000 - 3,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development budget

Remote global impact

Bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Chemical Process Optimization Specialist to join a globally distributed team. You will enhance efficiency, yield, and sustainability of chemical manufacturing processes via data analysis and advanced chemical engineering principles from your own location, impacting facilities worldwide.

The role requires at least a master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and 6+ years of experience in optimization, data analysis, and modeling, with proficiency

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in process control or optimization.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process optimization, data analysis, and statistical modeling within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and R for data analysis and modeling.
• Strong understanding of statistical methods, experimental design, and control theory.
• Experience with process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage projects in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with advanced analytics, machine learning, or AI applied to industrial processes is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets from plant operations to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop and implement advanced control strategies and optimization techniques to maximize process efficiency and product quality.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) tools to monitor process performance and ensure stability.
• Collaborate virtually with site engineers and operators to troubleshoot issues and implement process adjustments.
• Design and analyze pilot studies or trials to validate optimization strategies before full-scale implementation.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on process performance, optimization findings, and recommendations.
• Stay current with new technologies and methodologies in process optimization and data analytics within the chemical industry.

Skills

Data analysis

Independent remote work

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

MATLAB

R

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical Remote Chemical Process Optimization Specialist to join their globally distributed team. Operating entirely remotely, you will focus on enhancing the efficiency, yield, and sustainability of our chemical manufacturing processes through data analysis and the application of advanced chemical engineering principles. This role requires a proactive individual with strong data science skills and the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives without direct physical supervision. You will collaborate virtually with plant operations and R&D teams to implement optimized process strategies, contributing to operational excellence from your own location, impacting facilities around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets from plant operations to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop and implement advanced control strategies and optimization techniques to maximize process efficiency and product quality.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) tools to monitor process performance and ensure stability.
• Collaborate virtually with site engineers and operators to troubleshoot issues and implement process adjustments.
• Design and analyze pilot studies or trials to validate optimization strategies before full-scale implementation.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on process performance, optimization findings, and recommendations.
• Stay current with new technologies and methodologies in process optimization and data analytics within the chemical industry.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering with a specialization in process control or optimization.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in process optimization, data analysis, and statistical modeling within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and data analysis tools (e.g., Python with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, SciPy; MATLAB; R).
• Strong understanding of statistical methods, experimental design, and control theory.
• Proven ability to work independently and effectively manage projects in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience with advanced analytics, machine learning, or AI applied to industrial processes is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, accessible remotely.
• Flexible working hours and the freedom to work from any location.
• Generous budget for professional development, online courses, and conferences.
• Opportunity to significantly impact global manufacturing efficiency and sustainability from a remote base, contributing to our operations worldwide.