Remote Principal Chemical Process Design Leader

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 2,324,000 - 3,485,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work package
Health coverage
Retirement plan
Paid time off
Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Chemical Process Design Engineer to join a globally distributed, remote-first team. The role emphasizes technical leadership, design oversight, and mentoring senior and junior engineers across geographies.

With 12+ years in chemical process design and advanced process simulation expertise, you will drive innovative projects while collaborating with international teams and contributing to remote work initiatives and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering.
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in chemical process design.
  • Experience leading major projects.
  • Strong knowledge of process simulation software and advanced process control.
  • Ability to lead and manage complex design projects independently.
  • Excellent remote communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead conceptual design and detailed engineering of complex chemical processes.
  • Develop PFDs, P&IDs, and mass and energy balances.
  • Perform simulations using Aspen Plus, HYSYS, PRO/II.
  • Provide expert guidance to engineering teams on process design best practices.
  • Mentor and develop junior process engineers in a remote team.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, clients, and partners across geographies.

Skills

Leadership
Mentoring
Remote collaboration
Chemical engineering

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering
PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus
HYSYS
PRO/II

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Chemical Process Design Engineer to join a globally distributed, remote-first team. The role emphasizes technical leadership, design oversight, and mentoring senior and junior engineers across geographies.

With 12+ years in chemical process design and advanced process simulation expertise, you will drive innovative projects while collaborating with international teams and contributing to remote work initiatives and flexible scheduling.

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