PROCESS ENGINEER

INEOS Belgium; Feluy; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

INEOS Oligomers Feluy (Belgium) is seeking a Process Engineer to support design and optimization efforts across petrochemical operations. The role focuses on safety, energy performance and profitability through FEED and engineering studies.

The candidate will perform process calculations, develop technical scopes, and collaborate with discipline teams, contractors and site personnel to implement improvements and ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications

• MSc in chemical engineering with strong process knowledge.
• Solid skills in hydraulics, thermodynamics and heat transfer.
• Experience in process simulation and modeling (AspenONE, HTRI).
• Knowledge of equipment sizing and unit optimization.
• Awareness of process safety issues and energy considerations.

Responsibilities

• Perform process calculations and equipment sizing for projects.
• Develop FEED and detailed design scopes for existing or new units.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and external contractors.
• Support project execution, commissioning and start-ups.
• Analyze GHG/CO2 savings and optimize energy use.
• Contribute to safety studies (HAZOP, PSSR, LOPA, FMEA).
• Develop process simulation models and review datasheets.
• Participate in MoC processes and implement improvements.

Skills

Hydraulics

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

PID development

AspenONE modelling

HTRI modelling

Equipment sizing

Process optimization

Process safety

Energy transition

Education

MSc in chemical engineering

Tools

AspenONE

HTRI

Job description

INEOS Group is a manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty and intermediate chemicals and polymers. INEOS includes 67 manufacturing facilities in 16 countries throughout the world with approximately 17,000 employees. INEOS’ annual turnover is around $40bn making it the 3rd largest chemical company in the world. INEOS is a customer-focused company and our business mission is to be the supplier of choice to our customers.

INEOS Oligomers contains a portfolio of products that include Polybutene (PiB), Linear Alpha Olefins (LAO), Poly Alpha Olefins (PAO) and Diisobutylene (DiB). From a market perspective, Oligomers is seen as a market, technology and Product Stewardship leader for these products. To serve our customers, INEOS Oligomers has manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Canada, Germany, and the United States (Texas). PIB is produced Lavera, France. Products are sold into a wide variety of applications including lubricants, lube additives, adhesives, sealants, rubber modification, cosmetics and personal care.

INEOS Oligomers Feluy (Belgium) is looking for a:

Process Engineer (m/f)

Fixed contract (full time)

Function

Reporting to the Engineering & Site development Manager, the Process Engineer provides expertise in chemical engineering and supports the development of conceptual and basic designs, justification and alternative analyses in the implementation of projects to improve safety, environmental and energy performance of the site as well as profitability and cost reduction. S/He will have a role as member of the project team to support small and medium capex projects. The role supports the chemical plants on the Feluy site.

Key roles and accountabilities

• Perform process calculations (H&MB, hydraulic calculations, equipment sizing and design)
• Develop complete process and technical scopes of projects (FEED and detailed engineering), either on existing or new units
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and external engineering contractors.
• Support project execution and commissioning.
• Perform GHG / CO 2 saving analysis and carbon intensity evaluation
• Support projects safety studies (HAZOP, PSSR, LOPA, FMEA).
• Develop process simulation models using existing tools (Aspen)
• Prepare and review process datasheets and equipment specifications.
• Share and diffuse knowledge by developing guidelines, design tools and best process practices.
• Contribute to the development and writing of basic and detailed engineering documents
• Take active part in Management of Change (MoC) process for process-relevant issues
• Provide support and guidance during execution phases of projects, as well as during start-ups
• Make improvement proposals on existing units
• Provide support in plant optimization and troubleshooting

Profile

Education/Experience

Mandatory

• MSc. in chemical engineering
• 3 – 8 of relevant experience in the petrochemical or chemical industry
• Solid process skills: hydraulics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, thermal unit operations, PID development, process simulation and modeling (AspenONE, HTRI), selection and sizing of equipment as well as optimization of existing units (process integration).
• Acumen on process safety issues.
• Awareness of energy and CO 2 issues in projects and studies
• Strong drive towards energy transition.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of ASME, EN and API standards
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project economics
• Strong analytical power, scientific rigor and good writing skills
• Strong organizational power with a focus on follow up and follow through
• Curious and ready to think outside of the box
• Creative in problem solving and troubleshooting
• Customer-oriented and team-player with initiative
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills in a complex environment
• Assertiveness and ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organizationFluency in both French and English at least B2), both in writing and speaking. Dutch beneficial
• Open to occasional travels
• Proficient use of MS Office package