Chemical Engineer

Industry Risk Control Co.,Ltd.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Industry Risk Control Co.,Ltd. is seeking a Process Safety Consultant to lead safety studies and risk assessments across Gulf countries, including UAE.

The role requires hands-on field work, data collection, and producing technical reports for HAZOP, SIL, and QRA with a focus on energy and chemical sectors. You will apply process engineering, instrumentation, and automation expertise while coordinating with project teams and staying current with evolving industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or related engineering from a QS-ranked or US News-listed university.
• Educational certificate attestation is required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in process safety or chemical plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field work, data collection, and report preparation for HAZOP, SIL, and QRA studies.
• Apply expertise in process engineering, instrumentation, and automation.
• Support project managers with coordination, documentation, and safety reports.
• Commit to continuous learning to stay current with new techniques and standards.

Skills

HAZOP

SIL

QRA

PFDs & P&IDs

BowtieXP

PHAST

Process safety management

Education

Chemical Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Instrumentation Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Automation Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Petroleum Engineering

Storage and Transportation

Tools

BowtieXP

PHAST

Job description

Job Focus

Process safety consulting in energy and chemical sectors, primarily in Gulf countries (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman).

Key Tasks

1. Conduct fundimantal works, e.g. field work, data collection and organization, preparing reports, for safety studies like HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Study), SIL (Safety Integrity Level), and QRA (Quantitative Risk Assessment).
2. Apply expertise in process engineering, instrumentation, equipment, automation, and petroleum engineering.
3. Support project managers with coordination, documentation, and drafting safety consulting reports.
4. Commit to continuous learning to stay updated on new techniques and industry standards.

Work Hours

48 hours per week.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Storage and Transportation, or a related discipline.
• Degree must be from a university listed in the QS World University Rankings or US News & World Report.
• Educational certificate Attestation required.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in process safety, chemical plant operations, or related fields.

Language Proficiency

• Fluency in English as the working language.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in process safety methodologies, including HAZOP, SIL, and QRA.
• Expertise in interpreting and developing Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Familiarity with risk assessment tools such as BowtieXP or PHAST.
• Knowledge of industry standards, including API 520/521 for pressure-relieving systems, and emerging technologies like digital twins for process safety.

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration and report writing.
• Excellent project coordination and teamwork abilities.
• High adaptability and commitment to continuous learning to stay updated with evolving industry standards.

Personal Attributes

• Serious, responsible, practical, and hardworking.
• Ability to work independently and thrive under pressure.

Work Conditions

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends or holidays, as required.
• Acceptance of the company’s IRC overtime policy, which provides time off in lieu of overtime pay.

Legal and Health Requirements

• No criminal record.
• Must pass a Medical Fitness Test, including assessments for blood pressure, diabetes, vision, and overall health, ensuring no conditions (e.g., infectious diseases or severe chronic illnesses) that impact working on-site safety.

Additional Preferences

• Valid UAE driver’s license is preferred.