Senior Chemical Process Specialist (Remote)

Placements24

Rustenburg

Hybrid

ZAR 19,157,000 - 28,736,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Global health benefits

Remote work stipend

Professional development support

Strategic impact opportunity

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Chemical Process Specialist to join a fully remote team. You will drive improvements in chemical manufacturing through advanced process engineering, lead complex projects, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to strategic process development.

You will collaborate with global teams, optimize processes for yield and cost, and ensure environmental compliance.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering required.
10+ years of hands-on chemical process engineering with leadership.
Expert knowledge of process simulation, modeling and statistical analysis.
Experience with HAZOP studies and safety assessments.
Strong communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Lead design, development, and implementation of advanced chemical processes.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of chemical engineers.
Conduct PHAs and risk assessments.
Develop and validate new process technologies and scale-up strategies.
Collaborate with global teams to ensure project execution and knowledge transfer.
Optimize existing processes for yield, efficiency and cost reduction while ensuring environmental compliance.

Skills

Process simulation

Statistical analysis

Project leadership

Hazard analysis

Education

M.S. or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Chemical Process Specialist to join their fully remote team. This role is instrumental in driving significant improvements in chemical manufacturing operations through advanced process engineering. You will be responsible for leading complex projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the strategic direction of process development. This position offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere, providing maximum flexibility while engaging with a leading organization in the chemical industry. If you are a seasoned professional looking for a challenging and rewarding remote opportunity, this is for you.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced chemical processes.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of chemical engineers.
Conduct in-depth process hazard analyses (PHAs) and risk assessments.
Develop and validate new process technologies and scale-up strategies.
Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless project execution and knowledge transfer.
Optimize existing processes for yield, efficiency, and cost reduction, ensuring environmental compliance.

Requirements

Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Chemical Engineering .
10+ years of hands-on experience in chemical process engineering, with a strong focus on project leadership.
Expert knowledge of process simulation, modeling, and statistical analysis techniques.
Proven track record of successfully implementing complex chemical process improvements.
Experience with HAZOP studies and other safety assessment methodologies.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, adept at remote collaboration and stakeholder management.

Benefits