Remote Senior Process Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Remote work flexibility

Annual performance bonuses

Professional development allowances

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to design, develop and optimize chemical processes for remote collaboration across facilities.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Chemical Engineering, 8+ years of experience, and strong skills in process modeling tools like Aspen Plus or HYSYS. Remote work with cross-functional teams across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years experience in chemical process engineering with scale-up.
• Proven ability to work effectively in remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for new and existing products.
• Conduct feasibility studies and process simulations to evaluate improvements.
• Develop PFDs and P&IDs.
• Troubleshoot process issues remotely and guide teams.
• Collaborate with R&D, operations, and safety personnel via virtual platforms.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Oversee implementation of process changes and monitor performance.
• Develop and refine SOPs for chemical processes.
• Analyze data to identify trends and optimization opportunities.
• Stay updated on new chemical engineering technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Excellent communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in chemical manufacturing, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Process Engineer to join their innovative and fully remote team. This critical role will involve the design, development, and optimization of chemical processes, ensuring efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance. While the position is entirely remote, the successful candidate will collaborate closely with on-site teams and contribute significantly to process improvements across various manufacturing facilities. You will be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge solutions and troubleshooting complex engineering challenges from the comfort of your home office. This is a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in chemical engineering within a flexible, remote-first environment, impacting large-scale industrial operations. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, adept at independent work, and possesses excellent virtual communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes for new and existing products.
• Conduct feasibility studies and process simulations to evaluate potential improvements.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex process-related issues remotely, providing expert guidance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, operations, and safety personnel, via virtual platforms.
• Ensure all processes comply with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental policies.
• Oversee the implementation of process changes and monitor their performance.
• Develop and refine Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for chemical processes.
• Analyze process data to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and advancements in chemical engineering.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process engineering within the chemical industry.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of chemical process design, simulation, and scale-up.
• Experience with process modeling software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS) is essential.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently and deliver results in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate remotely.
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical methods.
• Familiarity with process safety management (PSM) principles.
• Must have a dedicated home office setup conducive to remote work.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for work-life balance.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities and training allowances.
• Home office stipend.
• Access to cutting-edge industry research and development.