Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Career advancement opportunities

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer to guide process optimization and development from anywhere near Upington or across South Africa. You will lead complex projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with global teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering with 10+ years of progressive experience and strong expertise in process modeling, simulation, and data analytics.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering, focused on optimization and design.
• Expertise in process modeling, data analytics, and simulation tools.
• Strong leadership and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex process optimization projects and implement strategic improvements.
• Provide senior technical mentorship to chemical engineering teams.
• Develop and validate advanced process models and simulations for critical operations.
• Oversee technical aspects of process scale-up and technology transfer.
• Ensure adherence to process safety and environmental compliance remotely.
• Communicate complex technical information to diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer to provide expert guidance and leadership on process optimization and development, working from anywhere near Upington or across the country. This role demands a deep understanding of complex chemical systems, advanced problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to drive significant improvements in efficiency, safety, and sustainability across our operations. You will serve as a technical authority, mentoring junior engineers and collaborating remotely with global teams to tackle challenging engineering problems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex process optimization projects, identifying and implementing strategic improvements.
• Provide senior technical expertise and mentorship to chemical engineering teams.
• Develop and validate advanced process models and simulations for critical operations.
• Oversee the technical aspects of process scale-up and technology transfer.
• Ensure adherence to the highest standards of process safety and environmental compliance remotely.
• Communicate complex technical information effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering, with a focus on optimization and design.
• Expertise in process simulation, modeling, and data analytics tools.
• Proven track record of successfully leading complex engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of process safety management and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and remote collaboration skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure for remote senior roles.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible working hours and a truly remote work environment.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership.
• Contribute to global chemical process excellence from your chosen location, supporting operations near Upington .