Senior Process Chemical Engineer - Remote & Impactful

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Home office stipend

Professional development allowance

Paid time off

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 client is seeking a Senior Process Chemical Engineer for a fully remote role. The engineer will design, develop, simulate and optimize complex chemical processes while ensuring safety and environmental compliance in a distributed team.

The role requires 8+ years in process engineering, proficiency in Aspen Plus or HYSYS, and strong data analysis, kinetics, thermodynamics, and mass transfer knowledge. Remote collaboration and autonomous work are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process engineering, design and optimization in the chemical industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and optimization of chemical processes including unit operations and separation technologies.
• Develop process simulations and models using industry-standard software to evaluate performance and improvements.
• Conduct process hazard analyses (PHAs) and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Create and maintain process documentation such as P&IDs, PFDs, and operating manuals.
• Collaborate with remote R&D, project management and operations teams to ensure project success.
• Troubleshoot complex process issues and propose solutions to improve efficiency and yield.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Placements24 client is seeking a Senior Process Chemical Engineer for a fully remote role. The engineer will design, develop, simulate and optimize complex chemical processes while ensuring safety and environmental compliance in a distributed team.

The role requires 8+ years in process engineering, proficiency in Aspen Plus or HYSYS, and strong data analysis, kinetics, thermodynamics, and mass transfer knowledge. Remote collaboration and autonomous work are essential.