Remote Lead Process Engineer – Oil & Gas Innovation

Placements24

Gauteng

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work bonuses
Flexible hours
Health & retirement benefits
Professional development opportunities
Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Engineer to join a globally distributed, remote-first team in the Oil & Gas sector. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex chemical processes, mentor a remote engineering team, and drive safe, cost-effective operations from anywhere.

Experts in process simulation (Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II) and HAZOP are essential. A Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and 10+ years in the field are required, with strong leadership and communication

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in process engineering within Oil & Gas.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams and projects in remote settings.
  • Expertise in process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II) and thermodynamic modeling.
  • Strong knowledge of process safety, HAZOP studies, and international engineering codes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design of PFDs and P&IDs.
  • Perform process simulations and troubleshoot production facilities.
  • Develop and implement PSM programs and conduct hazard analyses (HAZOP).
  • Mentor a remote team of process engineers and provide technical guidance.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and environmental regulations.
  • Collaborate with project managers and other disciplines to ensure project success.

Skills

Process engineering
Remote team leadership
Process simulation
Hazop & safety
Thermodynamics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS
PRO/II

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Lead Process Engineer to join a globally distributed, remote-first team in the Oil & Gas sector. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex chemical processes, mentor a remote engineering team, and drive safe, cost-effective operations from anywhere.

Experts in process simulation (Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II) and HAZOP are essential. A Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and 10+ years in the field are required, with strong leadership and communication

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