Senior Chemical Engineer - Process Optimization
- leicester, leicestershire, LE1 5XN, United Kingdom
- Permanent·Remote
- Full time
- £70,000 - £70,000 Per Annum
Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and highly analytical Senior Chemical Engineer to join their innovative team. This is a pivotal role focused on optimizing complex chemical processes and driving efficiency improvements across multiple projects. You will be instrumental in developing and implementing cutting-edge solutions from a remote setting, collaborating with global teams to enhance product quality and reduce operational costs. This position offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in a fully remote environment, contributing significantly to the company's strategic goals in chemical process development and sustainability, all while maintaining a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement advanced process control strategies to optimize chemical reactions and separation techniques.
- Conduct thorough process modeling and simulation using industry-standard software to identify areas for improvement and predict performance.
- Analyze operational data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and safety risks, proposing data-driven solutions.
- Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and engineering teams remotely to ensure seamless process scale-up and troubleshooting.
- Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations for management and project stakeholders.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in chemical engineering technologies and methodologies to drive innovation.
Requirements
- Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in process design, optimization, and scale-up within the chemical industry.
- Proficiency in process simulation software such as Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar.
- Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, heat and mass transfer principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote team environment and manage multiple projects concurrently.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience.
- Generous performance-based bonus structure.
- Comprehensive remote health and wellness programs .
- Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
- Flexible working hours and a truly remote work environment.
- Access to state-of-the-art digital collaboration tools.


