Remote Process Optimization Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote salary and bonus structure

Flexible hours across time zones

Home office stipend and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Remote Process Optimization Engineer to join a globally distributed team. This role supports Welkom and beyond, leveraging data analytics, modeling, and simulation to improve chemical processes from home.

You will autonomously analyze process data, build predictive models, and propose modifications to increase yield, reduce energy use, and minimize waste, with strong communication to site teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years in process optimization, data analysis, or process modeling in chemicals.
• Expertise in process simulation software and advanced statistical analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong data visualization and communication for presenting findings.
• Experience with machine learning applied to industrial processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and bottlenecks.
• Develop mathematical models and simulations to test improvement strategies.
• Propose and design modifications to enhance yield and reduce energy use.
• Collaborate remotely with site-based teams to implement solutions.
• Prepare reports and presentations on findings and actions.

Skills

Data analysis

Process optimization

Process simulation

Statistical analysis

Remote work

Machine learning

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

MATLAB

Python

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Process Optimization Engineer to join their globally distributed team, supporting operations in Welkom and beyond. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere while contributing to the continuous improvement of our client's chemical processes. You will leverage advanced data analytics, modeling, and simulation techniques to identify and implement efficiency gains, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. This is a unique opportunity for a proactive engineer who excels in autonomous work environments and is passionate about driving significant operational improvements through innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large datasets from industrial processes to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for optimization.
• Develop and implement mathematical models and simulations to predict process behavior and test improvement strategies.
• Design and propose modifications to existing chemical processes to enhance yield, reduce energy consumption, and minimize waste.
• Collaborate remotely with site-based engineering and operations teams to implement optimization solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on findings and recommended actions.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and methodologies in process optimization and data science.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process optimization, data analysis, or process modeling within the chemical industry.
• Expertise in process simulation software and advanced statistical analysis tools.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting .
• Strong data visualization and communication skills for presenting complex information.
• Experience with machine learning or AI applied to industrial processes is a significant advantage.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary and performance bonus structure.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous home office setup stipend and ongoing professional development allowance.
• Opportunity to work on challenging global projects from the comfort of your home.