Process Engineer - Naphtha Reforming

Laborintos; Quebec; On-site; CAD 137,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Laborintos is seeking an experienced Process Engineer – Naphtha Reforming to join their dynamic team focused on energy operations. The ideal candidate will have 20+ years of experience in refining, with a strong emphasis on catalytic and CCR technologies, mentoring capabilities, and innovation in process development.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Professional growth

International team

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in refinery or petrochemical operations.
• Deep knowledge of naphtha reforming and CCR technologies.
• Experience working with licensors like UOP or Axens.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize process systems for naphtha reforming units.
• Evaluate catalysts and drive performance improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

Skills

Process simulation software

Innovation

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

Job description

Position : Process Engineer – Naphtha Reforming

Location : Saudi Arabia (The company offers expat benefts)

Experience : 20+ years

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer – Naphtha Reforming to join a dynamic downstream team focused on world-scale energy operations. This role is a key technical position that supports the development, optimization, and troubleshooting of advanced reforming processes, including catalytic, semi-regenerative, and continuous catalyst regeneration (CCR) technologies.

If you're passionate about process innovation, operational excellence, and mentoring the next generation of engineers, this opportunity is for you.

What You’ll Do :

Design, review, and optimize process systems and operating parameters for naphtha reforming units.

Evaluate reforming catalysts and cutting-edge technologies to boost process efficiency, yield, and product quality.

Provide expert technical support to refining operations, solving complex issues and driving performance improvements.

Partner with licensors and vendors to implement new reforming technologies.

Conduct simulations using tools like HYSYS to model, enhance, and troubleshoot process operations.

Publish and present technical papers on reforming best practices and innovations.

Mentor junior engineers and technicians to build internal technical capability.

Who You Are :

A Chemical Engineering graduate (advanced degree preferred, not required).

A seasoned professional with 20+ years of experience in refinery or petrochemical operations, with deep knowledge of naphtha reforming and at least 5 years in CCR technologies and operations .

Experienced in working across multiple facilities and with licensors such as UOP or Axens .

An innovator with a history of intellectual property contributions (including patents) in reforming technologies.

Proficient in process simulation software (especially HYSYS ).

A strategic thinker and problem-solver, ready to take on complex technical challenges.

What’s in It for You : Join a high-performing, international team working on transformative projects with world-class technology investments. You'll be supported by one of the largest talent development ecosystems in the industry, offering continuous learning opportunities and professional growth.

Ready to shape the future of energy with your expertise in reforming technologies? Apply now and be part of something bigger.