Senior Process Development Engineer

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary & benefits

Career growth

State-of-the-art labs

Professional development

Innovative culture

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Process Development Engineer to drive advanced R&D initiatives in Port Elizabeth. You will lead the scaling of chemical processes from lab to pilot and commercial scale, translating research findings into viable industrial applications and collaborating with R&D chemists and engineers.

The role offers access to state-of-the-art facilities, opportunities for leadership, and a stimulating, innovation-driven environment with a competitive salary and

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Significant experience (8+ years) in process development, scale-up, and troubleshooting in the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and statistical analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and scale-up of novel chemical processes from conceptual design to full-scale implementation.
• Conduct pilot plant trials, analyze results, and optimize process parameters for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop process models and simulations to predict performance and identify potential scale-up challenges.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful technology transfer.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, process descriptions, and design documentation.
• Ensure all process development activities adhere to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Process optimization

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Statistical analysis

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for an experienced Senior Process Development Engineer to contribute to their advanced research and development initiatives in Port Elizabeth . This role focuses on innovating and scaling up new chemical processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial scale. You will play a key part in translating research findings into viable industrial applications, working closely with R&D chemists and engineers. This is an opportunity to shape the future of chemical manufacturing within a highly collaborative and research-intensive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and scale-up of novel chemical processes from conceptual design to full-scale implementation.
• Conduct pilot plant trials, analyze results, and optimize process parameters for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop process models and simulations to predict performance and identify potential scale-up challenges.
• Collaborate with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful technology transfer.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, process descriptions, and design documentation.
• Ensure all process development activities adhere to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Significant experience (8+ years) in process development, scale-up, and troubleshooting in the chemical industry.
• Proficiency in process simulation software and statistical analysis techniques.
• Experience with pilot plant operations and scale-up methodologies.
• Strong understanding of reaction engineering, separation processes, and process control.
• Excellent project management and communication skills, with the ability to lead technical teams.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership roles.
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory and pilot plant facilities.
• Support for continuous learning and professional development.
• A stimulating work environment focused on innovation and technological advancement.