Senior Chemical Process Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development

Generous PTO

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Chemical Process Analyst to join our client’s team in a fully remote role. You will analyze large chemical-process datasets, identify trends, and provide actionable insights to improve efficiency, quality, and safety across operations.

With a strong background in chemical engineering or statistics, you will develop SPC methodologies, create dashboards, and collaborate virtually with engineering and operations to drive data-driven improvements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Statistics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in process analysis, data science, or similar role within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in Minitab, R, Python and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and engineering principles.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality analysis in a remote environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets from chemical processes.
• Develop and implement statistical process control (SPC) methodologies.
• Identify root causes of process variations and recommend corrective actions.
• Create dashboards and reports to visualize process performance and trends.
• Collaborate virtually with engineering and operations teams to implement data-driven improvements.
• Provide expert guidance on data analysis techniques and best practices for chemical engineering applications.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Python

R

Minitab

Data visualization

Chemical engineering

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related quantitative field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Chemical Process Analyst to join their esteemed team, working entirely remotely. This role is focused on analyzing complex chemical process data, identifying trends, and providing actionable insights to drive efficiency, quality, and safety improvements. You will leverage advanced analytical tools and your deep understanding of chemical engineering principles to support strategic decision-making. This is a prime opportunity for a data-driven professional who thrives in a remote setting and excels at translating complex data into clear, impactful recommendations for process optimization and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret large datasets from chemical processes.
• Develop and implement statistical process control (SPC) methodologies.
• Identify root causes of process variations and recommend corrective actions.
• Create dashboards and reports to visualize process performance and trends.
• Collaborate virtually with engineering and operations teams to implement data-driven improvements.
• Provide expert guidance on data analysis techniques and best practices for chemical engineering applications.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering , Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in process analysis, data science, or a similar role within the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., Minitab, R, Python) and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical processes and engineering principles.
• Proven ability to work independently and deliver high-quality analysis in a remote environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• Generous paid time off and retirement planning support.
• A fully remote work environment with a focus on work-life balance.