Remote Senior Process Chemical Engineer

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Remote; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Chemical Engineer to join a remote-first, globally distributed team. The role focuses on designing, optimizing, and safely operating complex chemical processes to drive efficiency and sustainability across projects.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in process chemical engineering, strong experience with Aspen HYSYS or PRO/II, and a deep understanding of safety engineering principles including HAZOP. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in process chemical engineering.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience with process simulation software and data analysis.
• Safety engineering expertise including HAZOP and risk management.
• Strong knowledge of reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and fluid mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes to meet production, safety, and environmental standards.
• Conduct detailed process simulations and HAZOPs to ensure safety and integrity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex process issues and identify root causes.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, and maintenance to implement improvements.
• Develop and maintain process documentation (P&IDs, manuals, safety procedures).
• Monitor performance, analyze KPIs, and drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Manage projects from conceptualization to commissioning within budget and schedule.
• Stay updated on advancements in chemical engineering and process technology.

Skills

Process design

HAZOP analysis

Data analysis

Mentorship

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Chemical Engineer to join a remote-first, globally distributed team. The role focuses on designing, optimizing, and safely operating complex chemical processes to drive efficiency and sustainability across projects.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years in process chemical engineering, strong experience with Aspen HYSYS or PRO/II, and a deep understanding of safety engineering principles including HAZOP. A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is required.