Chemical Application Engineer

TALENTMATE; Dubai; On-site; AED 268,000 - 402,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Chemical Application Engineer in Dubai to plan and supervise cleaning and commissioning activities for complex piping networks and HVAC systems. You will ensure safe execution, maintain documentation, and coordinate with clients and project teams.

The role requires a chemical/ mechanical engineering background with 3–7 years of related experience, and a focus on water treatment, corrosion control, and QA in industrial facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–7 years in chemical cleaning, pre-commissioning, flushing operations, and water treatment.
• Experience with HVAC, district cooling, data centers, power plants, or industrial facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute chemical cleaning, flushing, passivation, and mechanical cleaning projects.
• Review specifications, P&IDs, method statements, and procedures.
• Supervise flushing operations for chilled water, condenser water, district cooling, and HVAC systems.
• Prepare technical reports, flushing certificates, and project documentation.
• Provide technical recommendations to clients and project teams.

Skills

Project management

Technical reporting

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

P&IDs reading

Isometric drawings

Water treatment knowledge

Job description

Job Description

The Chemical Application Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and supervising chemical cleaning, flushing, passivation, pre-commissioning, and mechanical cleaning activities for industrial and commercial systems. The role ensures the safe and effective cleaning and commissioning of piping networks, HVAC systems, chilled water networks, district cooling plants, data centers, power generation facilities, and industrial process systems while maintaining compliance with company procedures, customer specifications, and HSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Plan and execute chemical cleaning, flushing, passivation, and mechanical cleaning projects.
• Review project specifications, P&IDs, method statements, and flushing procedures.
• Conduct site surveys and assess system readiness before mobilization.
• Supervise flushing operations for:
• Chilled water systems
• Condenser water systems
• District cooling networks
• Closed-loop systems
• HVAC systems
• Industrial process piping
• Execute chemical cleaning and passivation programs according to approved procedures.
• Monitor system parameters including flow rates, pressure, velocity, pH, conductivity, turbidity, and chemical concentrations.

Technical Support

• Develop flushing methodologies and chemical cleaning procedures.
• Determine suitable chemicals, equipment, filtration systems, and dosing requirements.
• Troubleshoot system contamination, corrosion, scaling, and debris issues.
• Prepare technical reports, flushing certificates, and completion documentation.
• Provide technical recommendations to clients and project teams.

Equipment Management

• Operate and maintain:
• Flushing pumps
• Temporary filtration units
• Dosing systems
• Chemical circulation skids
• Water treatment equipment
• Monitoring instruments
• Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of site equipment.
• Manage chemical inventory and consumables required for projects.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Ensure compliance with company and client HSE standards.
• Conduct Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Risk Assessments prior to execution.
• Implement safe chemical handling, storage, and disposal practices.
• Lead toolbox talks and safety briefings for site personnel.
• Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to permit-to-work systems.

Customer & Project Coordination

• Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, commissioning teams, and operations personnel.
• Attend project meetings and provide technical updates.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Ensure project completion within budget and timeline requirements.

Quality Assurance

• Verify flushing and cleaning acceptance criteria are achieved.
• Maintain accurate records of activities, test results, and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and quality procedures.
• Support commissioning and handover activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3-7 years of experience in:
• Chemical cleaning
• Pre-commissioning activities
• Flushing operations
• Water treatment applications
• Industrial services
• Experience with HVAC, district cooling, data centers, power plants, or industrial facilities is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of chemical cleaning and passivation chemistry.
• Understanding of water treatment principles and corrosion control.
• Ability to read P&IDs, isometric drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with commissioning and pre-commissioning activities.
• Experience operating flushing and filtration equipment.
• Knowledge of industry standards and HSE requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical reporting.

Core Competencies

• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting capability.
• Project planning and execution.
• Effective communication and customer-facing skills.
• Teamwork and leadership.
• Attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Industries

• Data Centers
• District Cooling
• HVAC & MEP
• Oil & Gas
• Power Generation
• Petrochemical
• Water & Wastewater Treatment
• Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.

Job Details

Role Level: Not Applicable Work Type: Full-Time Country: United Arab Emirates City: Dubai Company Website: http://www.ecolab.com Job Function: Engineering Company Industry/ Sector: Chemical Manufacturing

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