Senior R&D Chemical Engineer — Remote Flexible Hours Equity

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Research & Development Chemical Engineer for a fully remote role based in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. You will lead R&D projects, design laboratory and pilot-scale studies, and translate complex data into actionable processes for sustainable, efficient chemical innovations.

The ideal candidate has a PhD or MSc in a relevant field, 7+ years of experience, and strong skills in process modeling, simulation (Aspen Plus, COMSOL), and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct research projects aimed at developing new chemical products and processes.
• Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale experiments to validate process concepts.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and prepare comprehensive technical reports.
• Develop process models and simulations to predict performance and optimize parameters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, manufacturing, and external partners, to ensure project success.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies and methodologies to enhance R&D efforts.
• Ensure all research activities adhere to safety protocols, environmental regulations, and IP guidelines.
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to the knowledge base of the R&D department.
• Prepare and present findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific conferences.
• Contribute to the patent filing process for novel inventions.

Skills

Process development

Scale-up

Optimization

Laboratory techniques

Analytical instrumentation

Pilot plant operations

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

Aspen Plus

COMSOL

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Research & Development Chemical Engineer for a fully remote role based in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa. You will lead R&D projects, design laboratory and pilot-scale studies, and translate complex data into actionable processes for sustainable, efficient chemical innovations.

The ideal candidate has a PhD or MSc in a relevant field, 7+ years of experience, and strong skills in process modeling, simulation (Aspen Plus, COMSOL), and data analysis.