Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer: Design & Optimize

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Fully remote work environment

Comprehensive health insurance

Professional development

Generous paid time off

Access to cutting-edge technology

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemical Process Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex chemical processes across diverse industrial applications, driving efficiency and sustainability in a virtual, cross-functional environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in process design, strong simulation skills (Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD), and a proven track record of delivering large engineering projects with safety in mind.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years in process design and optimization in chemical/petrochemical sectors.
• Proficient in process simulation and data analysis tools.
• Strong thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and reaction kinetics knowledge.
• Excellent communication and ability to work remotely with a team.
• Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical process designs, incl. PFDs, P&IDs, equipment specs.
• Run process simulations and modeling with industry tools (Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD).
• Perform feasibility studies and economic evaluations for new technologies.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and improve plant performance and yield.
• Ensure safety, environmental and regulatory compliance in design and operation.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and PM teams in a remote setting.

Skills

Chemical process design

Process simulation

Project management

Remote collaboration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ChemCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemical Process Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot complex chemical processes across diverse industrial applications, driving efficiency and sustainability in a virtual, cross-functional environment.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of experience in process design, strong simulation skills (Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD), and a proven track record of delivering large engineering projects with safety in mind.