Chemical Engineer

Description

Designs and develops chemical process systems, equipment and specifications for the construction and operation of chemical plants and commercial-scale production, including transportation of chemicals, materials and energy. Supervises industrial processing and fabrication of products undergoing physical and chemical changes.

Description

Design and prepare specifications for chemical process systems and the construction and operation of commercial-scale chemical plants, supervise industrial processing and fabrication of products undergoing physical and chemical change, develop and provide advice on processes used to extract metals from their ores, investigate the properties of metals, ceramics, polymers and other materials, and assess and develop their engineering and commercial applications.

Tasks include

• Researches, designs, develops and improves chemical processes, process systems, reactions and materials
• Identifies ways to optimise performance of chemical equipment and processes while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations
• Develops operating procedures, safety protocols and methods to deal with by-products and waste materials, and troubleshoots problems with chemical manufacturing processes
• Collaborates with plant designers to develop chemical plant specifications, equipment and control instruments for the production process
• Supervises the fabrication and installation of equipment and systems for chemical processes and transportation
• Monitors and analyses data from processes, and conducts research and experiments to develop new chemical processes and improve existing ones
• Provides technical support and guidance to staff involved in chemical processes and plant operations
• May use computer models to identify cost-effective production methods while minimising risks