Remote Lead Process Engineer — Digital Optimization & AI

Placements24

Randburg

Hybrid

ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier health insurance

Remote-first culture

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Process Engineer for remote optimization across global chemical manufacturing sites. You will lead projects using advanced data analytics, process simulation, and digital tools to improve yield, energy efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering with 12+ years in process engineering, remote leadership experience, and a strong background in Aspen Plus or HYSYS and data analysis.

Qualifications

PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering required.
12+ years of progressive chemical process engineering experience with leadership.
Experience with process optimization and digital transformation.

Responsibilities

Lead remote process optimization projects across global sites.
Utilize advanced simulation, data analytics, and AI/ML to identify improvements.
Develop strategies to enhance yield, energy efficiency, and reduce waste.

Skills

Process optimization

Project leadership

Data analytics

Virtual collaboration

AI/ML tools

Education

PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

The ideal candidate has a PhD or MSc in Chemical Engineering with 12+ years in process engineering, remote leadership experience, and a strong background in Aspen Plus or HYSYS and data analysis.

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