Senior R&D Chemical Engineer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development budget

Stock options

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Senior R&D Chemical Engineer to lead innovation in chemical processes and materials. This fully remote role focuses on reaction engineering, catalysis, and advanced characterization, driving scalable, sustainable solutions across a global team.

You will mentor researchers, manage projects end-to-end, and translate ideas into pilot-scale demonstrations, leveraging modeling tools and cross-functional collaboration to push scientific boundaries.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in chemical R&D.
• Proven track record of developing new chemical processes or materials.
• Expertise in reaction engineering, catalysis, or materials science.
• Proficiency in computational modeling and simulation software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience presenting complex technical information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D of new chemical processes and technologies.
• Design and conduct experiments to explore novel reactions and material syntheses.
• Develop and optimize scalable, efficient, and sustainable processes.
• Use modeling and simulation tools to predict process behavior.
• Characterize new materials and products with analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across chemistry, materials science, and manufacturing.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and patent applications.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in chemical engineering.
• Mentor junior researchers and engineers.
• Manage research projects from conception to demonstration.

Skills

R&D leadership

Experimental design

Analytical thinking

Project management

Leadership

Independent work

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Reaction engineering

Catalysis

Materials science

Modeling & simulation

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Computational modeling software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally recognized leader in advanced materials and chemical solutions, is seeking a visionary Senior R&D Chemical Engineer to drive innovation within their research and development division. This role is fully remote, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere. You will be at the forefront of developing novel chemical processes, materials, and technologies, focusing on groundbreaking advancements that will shape the future of the industry. This position requires a deep understanding of chemical reaction engineering, process intensification, and advanced characterization techniques. You will collaborate with a diverse team of scientists and engineers, translating conceptual ideas into tangible prototypes and pilot-scale demonstrations. If you are a highly creative and technically astute chemical engineer passionate about pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery, this remote opportunity is ideal for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the research and development of new chemical processes and technologies.
• Design and conduct experiments to explore novel chemical reactions and material syntheses.
• Develop and optimize processes for scalability, efficiency, and sustainability.
• Utilize advanced modeling and simulation tools to predict process behavior.
• Characterize new materials and products using various analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including chemists, materials scientists, and manufacturing engineers.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, research proposals, and patent applications.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in chemical engineering and related fields.
• Mentor junior researchers and engineers.
• Manage research projects from conception through to demonstration phase.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in chemical research and development.
• Proven track record of innovation and successful development of new chemical processes or materials.
• Expertise in reaction engineering, catalysis, or materials science.
• Proficiency in computational modeling and simulation software.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex technical information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fully remote setting.
• Strong project management and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

Our client offers an exceptionally competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including premium health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as a generous retirement savings plan and stock options. This fully remote role provides unparalleled flexibility and work-life integration. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and offer substantial budgets for professional development, including attending leading conferences and pursuing further specialized training. You will be part of a pioneering team, working on cutting-edge projects with significant potential for impact and recognition within the scientific community.