Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings plans

Professional development opportunities

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer for a fully remote role in South Africa. The position focuses on sustainable chemical processes, regulatory compliance, and pollution control within the chemical industry.

You will design environmental control systems, conduct impact assessments, and collaborate with operations and R&D to integrate environmental practices into process design. Remote work offers strong flexibility and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental engineering, with focus on the chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance.
• Experience in designing and implementing pollution control technologies.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling and impact assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with remote collaboration ability.
• PE certification is advantageous.
• Legally eligible to work remotely in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for pollution prevention and waste minimization in chemical processes.
• Design and oversee environmental control systems (e.g., wastewater treatment, air pollution control).
• Ensure compliance with local, national, and international environmental regulations.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Monitor environmental performance and prepare compliance reports.
• Collaborate with plant operations and R&D teams to integrate environmental considerations into process design.
• Research and evaluate new technologies for environmental management.
• Provide technical expertise and training on environmental best practices.
• Lead and participate in environmental audits.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Pollution control design

Environmental modeling

Analytical thinking & PM

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking company committed to sustainable industrial practices, is seeking a Senior Environmental Chemical Engineer for a fully remote role. This position is dedicated to developing and implementing innovative solutions for environmental protection and pollution control within the chemical industry. You will be instrumental in ensuring regulatory compliance, minimizing environmental impact, and promoting sustainable chemical processes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in environmental engineering principles, chemical process knowledge, and a passion for sustainability. This remote role allows you to contribute your expertise from anywhere while supporting the company's environmental initiatives, indirectly connected to operations in **East London, Eastern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for pollution prevention and waste minimization in chemical processes.
• Design and oversee the implementation of environmental control systems (e.g., wastewater treatment, air pollution control).
• Ensure compliance with all local, national, and international environmental regulations.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and develop mitigation plans.
• Monitor environmental performance and prepare compliance reports.
• Collaborate with plant operations and R&D teams to integrate environmental considerations into process design and improvements.
• Research and evaluate new technologies for environmental management.
• Provide technical expertise and training on environmental best practices.
• Lead and participate in environmental audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in environmental engineering, with a focus on the chemical industry.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance.
• Experience in designing and implementing pollution control technologies.
• Proficiency in environmental modeling and impact assessment techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively remotely.
• Understanding of life cycle assessment (LCA) and sustainability principles is a plus.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., PE) are advantageous.
• Must be legally eligible to work remotely in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, retirement savings plans, and significant opportunities for professional development in the field of environmental engineering and sustainability.
• This fully remote position provides excellent flexibility and work-life balance.
• Join a company that is dedicated to environmental stewardship and sustainable chemical manufacturing. Make a meaningful impact by driving environmental performance and compliance from your home office, supporting our broader goals.