Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer - Specialty Chemicals Scale-Up

Our client, a dynamic and growing specialty chemicals company, is seeking an experienced Remote Senior Chemical Process Engineer to drive critical scale-up initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. The role will focus on translating innovative laboratory-scale processes into robust, commercially viable manufacturing operations. You will be instrumental in the design, optimization, and implementation of processes for novel specialty chemical products.

This is a unique opportunity for a highly skilled engineer to leverage their expertise in a remote setting, collaborating closely with R&D, manufacturing, and project management teams across different locations. You will be a key driver in bringing new chemical products to market.

• Lead the process development and scale-up of new specialty chemical manufacturing processes.
• Perform detailed process design, including PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances, and equipment sizing.
• Conduct thorough techno-economic feasibility studies and risk assessments for new processes.
• Develop and execute pilot plant trials, analyzing data to optimize process parameters.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges during process scale-up and implementation.
• Collaborate virtually with R&D scientists, manufacturing engineers, and project teams.
• Ensure all process designs adhere to stringent safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, process documentation, and project proposals.
• Evaluate and recommend process technologies, equipment, and control strategies.
• Manage vendor interactions and technical reviews for critical process equipment.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in specialty chemical manufacturing.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in process development activities.

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process development, scale-up, and commercialization of chemical processes, preferably in specialty chemicals.
• Demonstrated success in taking processes from lab to pilot and commercial scale.
• Expertise in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, CHEMCAD) and statistical analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of chemical reaction engineering, separation processes, and process safety management.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage complex projects effectively in a remote environment.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills, with experience using virtual collaboration tools.
• Familiarity with cGMP standards is a plus.
• Must have a dedicated home office setup and reliable internet connectivity for this remote role.

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for a better work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and public holidays.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Professional development budget for courses, conferences, and certifications.
• Allowance for home office equipment and/or co-working space.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and innovative specialty chemical projects.
• Direct impact on product commercialization and company growth.