Senior Process Chemical Engineer - Remote

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 2,938,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Professional development

Global projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Process Chemical Engineer to join our innovative team in a fully remote capacity. You will lead design, optimization and troubleshooting of chemical processes, work with global teams, and ensure safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and 8+ years of progressive experience, expertise in Aspen HYSYS or PRO/II, PSM and risk assessment, and excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering.
• Strong expertise in process safety management (PSM) and hazard analyses.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex chemical processes, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Optimize existing chemical manufacturing processes to enhance yield, reduce costs, and improve energy efficiency.
• Conduct rigorous process hazard analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP studies, and develop robust safety protocols.
• Provide expert technical consultation and troubleshooting support for plant operations globally.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of best practices within the engineering function.
• Manage process engineering aspects of capital projects, ensuring successful and timely execution.

Skills

Process design

Process optimization

PSM

Risk assessment

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

P&ID development

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly accomplished Senior Process Chemical Engineer to join their innovative team in a fully remote capacity. This position offers the unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in process design, optimization, and troubleshooting from anywhere, contributing to groundbreaking projects across the organization. You will be a key technical resource, guiding projects and collaborating with global teams to ensure the highest standards of efficiency, safety, and sustainability in chemical processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex chemical processes, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Optimize existing chemical manufacturing processes to enhance yield, reduce costs, and improve energy efficiency.
• Conduct rigorous process hazard analyses (PHAs), including HAZOP studies, and develop robust safety protocols.
• Provide expert technical consultation and troubleshooting support for plant operations globally.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the development of best practices within the engineering function.
• Manage process engineering aspects of capital projects, ensuring successful and timely execution.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in chemical process engineering, with a strong track record in design and optimization.
• Expertise in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II) and proficiency in P&ID development.
• Demonstrated experience in process safety management (PSM) and risk assessment.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, critical for effective remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote-first environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Fully remote work offering exceptional flexibility and autonomy.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development, leadership training, and career advancement.
• Premium health, retirement, and paid time off benefits package.
• Chance to work on impactful projects with a global reach.