Remote Senior Process Optimization Engineer

Placements24

KwaZulu-Natal

Remote

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup stipend

Continuous professional development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Optimization Engineer for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will enhance efficiency, safety and sustainability of complex chemical processes, using advanced modeling, data analysis and scale-up expertise.

Independent project leadership and remote collaboration are key success factors. The ideal candidate has a track record in process simulation and scale-up in chemical industries, with 7+ years of experience, and holds a recognized chemical

Qualifications

B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in chemical process design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
Proficiency in process simulation software (Aspen Plus, HYSYS, ChemCAD).
Strong understanding of reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and separation processes.
Experience with data analysis tools and statistical methods.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Pr. Eng. with ECSA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement advanced process models and simulations to optimize chemical manufacturing.
Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies, predict failures, and propose corrective actions.
Design and oversee pilot plant studies and scale-up for new products and modifications.
Collaborate with R&D, production, and safety teams to ensure compliant designs.
Prepare PFDs and P&IDs and evaluate new technologies for performance and sustainability.
Mentor junior engineers and manage project timelines and budgets.