Remote Chemical Process Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Home office allowance

Professional development

Remote-ready team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Chemical Process Specialist to drive design and optimization of chemical processes from a fully remote setup.

You will analyze performance data, develop process simulations, specify equipment modifications, verify safety and environmental compliance, and collaborate with cross-site teams to deliver impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in chemical process engineering.
• Proficient in Aspen HYSYS and SuperPro Designer; strong data analysis skills.
• Experience working in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze process performance data to identify improvements.
• Develop detailed process simulations and validate optimizations.
• Design and specify modifications to equipment and instrumentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with site-based teams via virtual channels to implement changes.
• Prepare technical reports documenting process changes.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Independent work

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

SuperPro Designer

Process simulation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Chemical Process Specialist to join their innovative team. This position is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute to critical process design and optimization projects from anywhere. You will play a key role in analyzing and improving the efficiency, safety, and scalability of chemical processes using advanced methodologies. This role offers the flexibility to manage your own schedule while working with a forward-thinking company that values expertise and remote collaboration. Join us in shaping the future of chemical engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze process performance data to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions.
• Develop detailed process simulations and models to test theoretical optimizations.
• Design and specify modifications to chemical process equipment and instrumentation.
• Ensure processes comply with all relevant safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with site-based teams through virtual channels to implement process enhancements.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports and documentation for process changes.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Chemical Engineering .
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in chemical process engineering with a specialization in process analysis and optimization.
• Proficiency with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, SuperPro Designer) and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical unit operations, thermodynamics, and safety principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development.
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects with significant impact.
• A supportive and collaborative virtual work environment.