Remote Process Engineer: Optimize & Automate Manufacturing

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Remote-friendly

Annual leave

Virtual training

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Remote Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations from a remote location. You will analyze existing processes, identify improvements, and implement solutions to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality, collaborating with on-site teams virtually.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical/Industrial Engineering with at least 5 years' experience, strong data analysis and process simulation skills, and a proven ability to work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in process engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to analyze complex processes and develop data-driven solutions.
• Proficient in process simulation software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma familiarity is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, collect data, and identify inefficiencies or bottlenecks.
• Develop and propose innovative solutions for process optimization, automation, and cost reduction.
• Design, implement, and monitor new processes, ensuring successful integration and performance.
• Create detailed process documentation, including SOPs and training materials.
• Collaborate effectively with plant management, engineering teams, and operators via virtual platforms.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in process engineering.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Lean Six Sigma familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software (Aspen, HYSYS)

Data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Remote Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations from a remote location. You will analyze existing processes, identify improvements, and implement solutions to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality, collaborating with on-site teams virtually.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical/Industrial Engineering with at least 5 years' experience, strong data analysis and process simulation skills, and a proven ability to work