Remote Senior Process Chemical Engineer - Global Projects

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 2,003,000 - 3,172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Generous paid time off

Remote work support system

Online training and certifications

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Chemical Engineer for a remote-first role, overseeing complex international process designs and optimization from a home office. The role emphasizes autonomy, safety, sustainability, and cross-time-zone collaboration with global teams.

The candidate will drive process simulations, optimize plant performance, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to long-term innovation and strategic planning across global assets.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering.
• At least 10 years of progressive process engineering experience, including international projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on process design, optimization and troubleshooting for international projects.
• Lead process simulation and modeling to analyze and improve plant performance.
• Develop and implement strategies for safety, environmental compliance and operational efficiency across global assets.
• Collaborate remotely with project teams to ensure project success.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for senior management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers across regions.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Virtual team management

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Process Chemical Engineer for a remote-first role, overseeing complex international process designs and optimization from a home office. The role emphasizes autonomy, safety, sustainability, and cross-time-zone collaboration with global teams.

The candidate will drive process simulations, optimize plant performance, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to long-term innovation and strategic planning across global assets.