Senior Remote Process Simulation Engineer

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Continuous learning opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Process Simulation Engineer to drive advanced modeling initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will develop, validate, and optimize process models across chemical processes, collaborating with design and R&D teams to deliver simulation-based solutions that improve safety and profitability.

The role requires 5+ years in process simulation, expertise with Aspen Plus, HYSYS or CHEMCAD, and strong analytical abilities.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in process simulation and modeling.
• Expert proficiency with leading process simulation software packages.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering principles, including thermodynamics, kinetics, and transport phenomena.
• Experience with dynamic simulation and control system modeling is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, VBA) for model automation is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and maintain accurate steady-state and dynamic process simulation models.
• Utilize simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS, CHEMCAD) to analyze process performance and identify optimization opportunities.
• Validate simulation models against plant data or pilot plant results.
• Perform 'what-if' analyses, sensitivity studies, and scenario planning using simulation tools.
• Support the design and scale-up of new processes by providing simulation-based insights.
• Troubleshoot operational issues by using simulation to understand process behavior.
• Develop user-friendly interfaces for simulation tools to facilitate wider adoption.
• Collaborate with engineers to interpret simulation results and implement recommendations.
• Prepare clear and concise reports documenting simulation methodologies, results, and recommendations.
• Stay abreast of advancements in process simulation technology and methodologies.

Conocimientos

Process simulation

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

CHEMCAD

Python

VBA

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Process Simulation Engineer to drive advanced modeling initiatives in a remote-first environment. You will develop, validate, and optimize process models across chemical processes, collaborating with design and R&D teams to deliver simulation-based solutions that improve safety and profitability.

The role requires 5+ years in process simulation, expertise with Aspen Plus, HYSYS or CHEMCAD, and strong analytical abilities.