Remote Petrochemical Process Engineer – Optimize & Innovate

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Chemical Process Engineer specializing in petrochemicals to design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex processes. This remote role focuses on efficiency, safety, and sustainability within hydrocarbon processing, offering collaboration with on-site teams as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a chemical engineering degree with 5+ years in petrochemical process engineering, plus proficiency in process simulation and Aspen Plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical process engineering with petrochemicals focus.
• Proficiency in process simulation and modeling software.
• Strong knowledge of hydrocarbon processing, refining, and unit operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for petrochemical applications, focusing on efficiency and sustainability.
• Perform process simulations and modeling using industry-standard software (e.g., Aspen Plus).
• Analyze process data to identify deviations, troubleshoot operational issues, and recommend corrective actions.
• Design and specify process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and heat exchangers.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to support plant operations and capital projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic evaluations for proposed process improvements.
• Develop and update process documentation, including P&IDs, operating procedures, and safety manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and support to plant personnel and junior engineers.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in petrochemical engineering.

Skills

Process simulation

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

Aspen Plus

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Chemical Process Engineer specializing in petrochemicals to design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex processes. This remote role focuses on efficiency, safety, and sustainability within hydrocarbon processing, offering collaboration with on-site teams as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a chemical engineering degree with 5+ years in petrochemical process engineering, plus proficiency in process simulation and Aspen Plus.