Remote Principal Chemical Engineer: Polymer R&D Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1.500.000 - 2.100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Paid time off

Professional development allowances

Leadership training

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Chemical Engineer to drive polymerization process development and optimization from a remote setting. You will lead major R&D projects, design reactors, and mentor a global team of engineers.

You will influence technical strategy, collaborate across product development, manufacturing, and marketing, and stay at the forefront of polymer technology through ongoing research and conference participation.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Chemical Engineering with polymer science specialization.
• 12+ years in chemical engineering, 8+ years in polymerization.
• Led complex R&D projects and delivered innovative solutions.
• Expertise in polymerization reactor modeling and simulation.
• Strong remote collaboration skills.
• Publications or patents a plus.

Aufgaben

• Provide senior leadership for polymerization process development and optimization.
• Lead major R&D projects from concept to commercial implementation.
• Develop and validate advanced polymerization reactor designs and operating strategies.
• Conduct feasibility studies and economic assessments.
• Mentor and guide a team of engineers in a remote setting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a virtual environment.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and market trends in polymers.

Kenntnisse

Polymerization kinetics

Reactor design

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

COMSOL

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Chemical Engineer to drive polymerization process development and optimization from a remote setting. You will lead major R&D projects, design reactors, and mentor a global team of engineers.

You will influence technical strategy, collaborate across product development, manufacturing, and marketing, and stay at the forefront of polymer technology through ongoing research and conference participation.