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Remote Chemical Process Engineer - Optimization
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-28
South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-09-28
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Process Engineer, Chemical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client is seeking a skilled Chemical Process Engineer with a strong focus on optimization to join their fully remote team. This role is critical for driving efficiency improvements and enhancing the performance of existing chemical processes across various company sites. You will utilize advanced analytical techniques, simulation tools, and data-driven methodologies to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
This position offers the ideal candidate the flexibility to work from anywhere, contributing their expertise to major optimization projects while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You will collaborate extensively with site-based engineering and operations personnel.
- Analyze process data to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, cost reduction, and waste minimization.
- Develop and implement strategies for process optimization using statistical methods and simulation tools.
- Conduct feasibility studies for process upgrades and modifications.
- Support plant operations by troubleshooting process issues and recommending solutions.
- Document process improvements, best practices, and lessons learned.
- Collaborate virtually with site engineers, operators, and management to implement changes.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience in process engineering, with a significant focus on process optimization.
- Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, ChemCAD) and statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab).
- Strong understanding of process control, thermodynamics, and chemical reaction engineering.
- Excellent data analysis skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
- Strong communication and remote collaboration skills.
- Competitive salary and remote work allowance.
- Comprehensive global health coverage.
- Flexible working hours and the ability to work from any location.
- Annual budget for professional development, conferences, and online training.
- Opportunity to influence operational performance on a global scale.
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