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Expired on April 9, 2026
Job Description
Our client, a global leader in specialty chemical manufacturing, is looking for an accomplished Lead Process Development Engineer to drive innovation and optimization. This critical role focuses on the design, scale-up, and implementation of new chemical processes. You will lead a team of engineers and chemists in developing novel manufacturing methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and optimization of chemical processes from laboratory to commercial production.
- Design and conduct experiments to evaluate process parameters and quality.
- Develop detailed process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs.
- Perform mass and energy balance calculations.
- Specify and select process equipment (reactors, columns, pumps).
- Oversee pilot plant operations and collect data for scale-up.
- Conduct Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs).
- Collaborate with R&D and technology transfer teams.
- Train and mentor junior engineers.
Qualifications
- Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in process development and optimization.
- Proven experience in designing and operating pilot plants.
- Strong knowledge of chemical reaction engineering, thermodynamics, and separation processes.
- Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen Plus, HYSYS).
- Experience with PHA methodologies (e.g., HAZOP).