Remote Process Development Chemical Engineer: Innovate

Placements24; Upington; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Chemical Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design and scale novel chemical processes from concept through pilot testing, leveraging simulations and experimental data to optimize performance.

This role emphasizes collaboration with global R&D and engineering teams in a flexible, autonomous setting. The ideal candidate holds an MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of related experience, and will contribute to groundbreaking

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 5+ years of

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop novel chemical processes for new product lines.
• Conduct laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to validate process designs and gather critical performance data.
• Utilize process simulation tools to model, analyze, and optimize process parameters for efficiency and yield.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues arising during process development and scale-up phases.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, feasibility studies, and process documentation for internal stakeholders and clients.
• Collaborate effectively with remote R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams worldwide.

Skills

Process Development

Chemical Engineering

Education

MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Process Development Chemical Engineer to join a fully remote team. You will design and scale novel chemical processes from concept through pilot testing, leveraging simulations and experimental data to optimize performance.

This role emphasizes collaboration with global R&D and engineering teams in a flexible, autonomous setting. The ideal candidate holds an MSc or PhD in Chemical Engineering with 5+ years of related experience, and will contribute to groundbreaking