Junior Process Engineer

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, seeks a motivated Junior Process Engineer with a strong background in Chemical Engineering. Fresh graduates to 5 years of experience are welcome, with interest in process simulation, modelling, clean energy, and data-driven methods.

The role involves developing process models, performing simulations, and supporting design optimisations. Proficiency in Python or C++ and a solid academic record are highly valued.

Qualifications

• M.Tech / M.E. in Chemical Engineering from a reputed university.
• MS/PhD candidates welcome.
• BE/BTech may be considered with exceptional academics and project experience.
• Fresh graduates to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong thesis or project work in modelling or simulation highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support process engineering studies, simulations, calculations, and technical assessments.
• Develop and analyse process models using engineering and computational tools.
• Assist in process design, optimisation, troubleshooting, and performance improvement.
• Carry out engineering calculations and numerical analysis related to chemical and process systems.
• Develop scripts and models using Python, C++, or similar languages.
• Analyse engineering data and apply statistical and data-driven modelling techniques.
• Support R&D activities related to emerging engineering and energy technologies.
• Assist in developing and validating numerical models and simulation tools.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, calculations, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams on engineering projects.
• Keep up to date with developments in process engineering, digitalisation, AI/ML, and clean energy technologies.

Skills

Python

C++

Data-driven modelling

Statistical analysis

Engineering communication

Education

M.Tech / M.E. in Chemical Engineering

M.S. / Ph.D. candidates welcome

B.E./B.Tech possible with exceptional academics

Tools

Python

C++

Job description

Junior Process Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and technically strong Junior Process Engineer to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in Chemical Engineering with an interest in process simulation, computational modelling, clean energy technologies, numerical methods, and data-driven engineering.

This role is suitable for fresh postgraduates as well as candidates with up to 5 years of relevant experience. Candidates with strong research, thesis, programming, modelling, or simulation experience are particularly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Support process engineering studies, simulations, calculations, and technical assessments.
• Develop and analyse process models using appropriate engineering and computational tools.
• Assist in process design, optimisation, troubleshooting, and performance improvement studies.
• Carry out engineering calculations and numerical analysis related to chemical and process systems.
• Develop scripts, computational models, and engineering tools using Python, C++, or similar programming languages.
• Analyse engineering data and apply statistical and data-driven modelling techniques.
• Support research and development activities related to emerging engineering and energy technologies.
• Assist in developing and validating numerical models and simulation tools.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, calculations, and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and multidisciplinary teams on engineering projects.
• Keep up to date with developments in process engineering, digitalisation, AI/ML, and clean energy technologies.

Preferred Technical Areas

Candidates with exposure to one or more of the following areas will be preferred:

• Process simulation and computer-aided process design
• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
• Numerical modelling and simulation
• Hydrogen and clean energy technologies
• Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS)
• Biofuels and alternative energy
• Energy transition and decarbonisation
• Data science and engineering analytics
• Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning applied to engineering

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum: M.Tech / M.E. in Chemical Engineering from a reputed university with a strong academic record.
• M.S. / Ph.D. candidates are also welcome.
• B.E./B.Tech candidates may be considered if they demonstrate exceptional academic performance and strong project/research and programming experience.
• Experience: Fresh postgraduates to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Strong thesis, dissertation, research project, publication, or industrial project involving analytical, mathematical, modelling, or simulation work is highly desirable.

Desired Skills

• Strong fundamentals in Chemical Engineering and Process Engineering.
• Good knowledge of process modelling and simulation principles.
• Strong programming skills, particularly Python and/or C++.
• Knowledge of numerical methods, statistics, and data-driven modelling.
• Ability to develop or modify engineering models and computational tools.
• Exposure to AI/ML applications in engineering is an advantage.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within multidisciplinary teams.