Remote Process Development Chemical Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,928,000 - 2,892,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Process Development Chemical Engineer to join their team. This fully remote role focuses on developing and optimizing chemical processes from bench-scale to pilot and commercial scale.

You will use process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen Plus), perform mass and energy balances, and work with global teams to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective solutions. A Master’s or Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in process development, scale-up and optimization.
• Experience with Aspen Plus or similar process-simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
• Excellent remote collaboration and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of chemical processes from bench-scale to pilot and commercial scale.
• Perform mass and energy balances, kinetic modeling, and simulation.
• Design experiments to investigate variables, troubleshoot issues, and improve performance.
• Prepare process descriptions, P&IDs, and technical reports.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing engineers, and project managers across locations.
• Ensure designs meet safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Stay current with advancements in chemical engineering and process technology.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Project management

Data analysis

Process simulation

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Remote Process Development Chemical Engineer to join their dynamic team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will play a key role in developing and optimizing chemical processes, focusing on scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This role requires strong analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to manage projects independently. You will collaborate with global teams, contributing to cutting-edge chemical solutions from your home office, driving innovation and operational excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of chemical processes, from bench-scale to pilot and commercial scale.
• Conduct thorough process analysis, including mass and energy balances, kinetic modeling, and simulation.
• Design experiments to investigate process variables, troubleshoot issues, and improve performance.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including process descriptions, P&IDs, and reports.
• Collaborate effectively with R&D scientists, manufacturing engineers, and project managers across different locations.
• Ensure all process designs adhere to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Stay current with advancements in chemical engineering and process technology.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in process development, scale-up, and optimization.
• Proven expertise in chemical process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus) and data analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and transport phenomena.
• Excellent remote collaboration and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and deliver results in a virtual environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering exceptional work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a global team.