Senior Chemical Engineer - Water Treatment Technologies

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation with bonuses

Health, retirement and life insurance

Professional development and global-ex

International exposure and remote work

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Chemical Engineer to join a fully remote team focused on cutting-edge water treatment technologies. You will lead design, optimization and scale-up of processes for industrial and municipal water, desalination and wastewater reclamation.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of experience in water treatment, strong expertise in membrane technologies, ion exchange and advanced oxidation, and proficiency with Aspen Plus or WaterCAD.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering with water treatment focus.
• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in chemical process design for water treatment.
• Deep knowledge of water chemistry, membrane tech, ion exchange, and oxidation processes.
• Experience with Aspen Plus or WaterCAD for simulations and design.

Aufgaben

• Lead design, development and optimization of water treatment processes (RO, UF, ion exchange, electrocoagulation).
• Perform feasibility studies, simulations and techno-economic analyses for new tech.
• Oversee pilot testing and scale-up of treatment processes.
• Develop PFDs and P&IDs and equipment specs.
• Troubleshoot operations and mentor junior engineers remotely.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering and PM teams across international sites.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regs and water quality standards.
• Stay updated on emerging water treatment trends and innovations.

Kenntnisse

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Remote collaboration

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

WaterCAD

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a global leader in sustainable water management solutions, is looking for a highly experienced Senior Chemical Engineer to join their innovative, fully remote team. This role is dedicated to advancing and implementing cutting-edge water treatment technologies. You will lead projects focused on developing and optimizing chemical processes for industrial and municipal water treatment, desalination, and wastewater reclamation. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional with deep expertise in water chemistry, separation processes, and process design, combined with a passion for environmental sustainability. As a remote-first employee, you will collaborate extensively with international teams, leveraging digital tools for seamless project execution and communication. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on global water challenges from a flexible work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and optimization of chemical processes for various water treatment applications (e.g., RO, UF, ion exchange, electrocoagulation).
• Conduct feasibility studies, process simulations, and techno-economic analyses for new water treatment technologies.
• Oversee pilot plant testing and scale-up activities for treatment processes.
• Develop process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment specifications.
• Troubleshoot operational issues in existing water treatment facilities and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and project management teams in a remote setting.
• Ensure all designs and operations comply with stringent environmental regulations and water quality standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on water treatment challenges.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and innovations in water treatment technology.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering with a specialization in water treatment.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in chemical process design and optimization, specifically within the water treatment sector.
• Extensive knowledge of water chemistry, membrane technologies, ion exchange, and advanced oxidation processes.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, WaterCAD) and data analysis tools.
• Proven experience in leading projects and managing remote teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa and adept at remote work.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation package with performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and international exposure.
• Flexible and fully remote working arrangement.
• The chance to contribute to impactful, sustainable water solutions globally.
• Access to advanced simulation and design tools.