Remote Senior Chemical Engineer - R&D

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.600.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Executive benefits

Fully remote work

Global health/dental/vision

Professional development budget

Impact on global innovation

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a senior Chemical Engineer with a strong track record in R&D to lead development of next-generation chemical products. This fully remote role focuses on driving innovation from concept to commercialization with global collaboration.

You will design experiments, analyze data, guide cross-functional teams, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to patent-ready outputs and scalable processes.

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master's in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in chemical R&D with proven product/process development.
• Experience leading complex R&D projects and publishing results.

Aufgaben

• Lead R&D of novel chemical products and processes.
• Design and execute experimental plans for lab and pilot studies.
• Collaborate with global teams across functions.
• Prepare technical reports, patents and presentations.
• Mentor junior R&D engineers.

Kenntnisse

R&D leadership

Data analysis

Experiment design

Mentorship

Patent writing

Ausbildung

PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemical Engineer specializing in Research & Development to join their global team in a fully remote capacity. This role is central to driving innovation and developing next-generation chemical products and processes. You will lead R&D projects from conception through to commercialization, working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams worldwide. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior engineer with a proven track record in innovation to contribute significantly to the future of our client's product portfolio, all while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the research and development of novel chemical products and processes.
• Design and execute experimental plans for laboratory and pilot-scale studies.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data to draw meaningful conclusions and guide further development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, patents, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior R&D engineers.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in chemical research and development.
• Proven experience in developing and scaling up new chemical products or processes.
• Strong knowledge of experimental design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in patent writing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex R&D projects independently.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package with executive-level benefits.
• Fully remote working environment with flexibility.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and research.
• Opportunity to shape the future of chemical innovation on a global scale.