Remote Industrial Process Engineer — Innovate & Optimize

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Performance bonuses

Home office stipend

Healthcare

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Process Design Engineer to join a fully remote global team. You will design, simulate, and optimize complex industrial processes for diverse manufacturing sectors from your home office in South Africa.

The role emphasizes autonomous work, collaboration with international colleagues, and delivering high-impact solutions across projects. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial process design and optimization.
• Experience with process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS, ChemCAD) and CAD tools.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent communication, remote collaboration, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative industrial processes for new and existing product lines, ensuring efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Create detailed process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment specifications using CAD and simulation software.
• Conduct feasibility studies and pilot tests for new process concepts and technologies.
• Collaborate virtually with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Optimize existing processes to improve throughput, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.
• Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for process designs.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports for stakeholders.
• Provide remote technical support and mentoring for junior engineers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial/ Chemical/ Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

ChemCAD

CAD tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Process Design Engineer to join a fully remote global team. You will design, simulate, and optimize complex industrial processes for diverse manufacturing sectors from your home office in South Africa.

The role emphasizes autonomous work, collaboration with international colleagues, and delivering high-impact solutions across projects. Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Industrial, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years in