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Lead Process Development Engineer - Remote

Pretoria, TshwaneRemoteFull-time2026-10-30
Remote

Core

Conceptualizing, developing, and scaling up novel chemical processes from laboratory to pilot and commercial production.

Role type

Lead Chemical Process Development Engineer

Builds

Novel chemical processes and manufacturing capabilities

Domain

Chemical engineering and process development

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Process simulation and modeling, reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, separation techniques, pilot plant trials, process documentation, equipment selection, technical mentorship

Preferred skills

Emerging technologies in chemical process development

Technologies

Aspen Plus, HYSYS, gPROMS

Responsibilities

Lead development and optimization of chemical processes from bench-scale to industrial implementation; Design and execute experimental plans for reaction kinetics and separation techniques; Develop process models and simulations to predict performance; Oversee pilot plant trials and analyze data for scale-up; Collaborate with R&D and manufacturing teams virtually; Ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations; Prepare technical reports and process documentation; Evaluate and select process equipment; Provide technical guidance and mentorship to process engineers.

Seniority

Lead, hands-on IC with mentorship