Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer: Design & Optimize

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Global team

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer to lead design, optimization, and execution of complex chemical processes from a home office. The role emphasizes independent work, global collaborations, and driving continuous improvement in safety and efficiency.

You will mentor engineering teams, develop comprehensive process documentation, and stay current with industry advancements. A Master’s degree and 7–9 years of experience are required for this international remote

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 7–9 years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering, with emphasis on design and optimization.
• Proven expertise in process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS) and data analysis.
• Demonstrated experience in managing large-scale chemical engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of unit operations, reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and safety management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and optimization of complex chemical processes.
• Conduct simulations, modeling, and feasibility studies to identify improvements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Manage project lifecycles from concept to implementation and commissioning.
• Ensure safety, environmental compliance, and operational efficiency in designs.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and external partners.
• Develop process documentation including P&IDs and PFDs.
• Troubleshoot technical issues in process operations.
• Stay updated with advancements and propose innovative solutions.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to management and project teams.

Skills

Process design

Process optimization

Project management

Remote collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer to lead design, optimization, and execution of complex chemical processes from a home office. The role emphasizes independent work, global collaborations, and driving continuous improvement in safety and efficiency.

You will mentor engineering teams, develop comprehensive process documentation, and stay current with industry advancements. A Master’s degree and 7–9 years of experience are required for this international remote