Lead Process Engineer - Heavy Oils Optimization

OQ; Oman; On-site; OMR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

OQ is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support optimization initiatives for Heavy Oils CDU/VDU/DCU/KTU/LTU/SGP units and related facilities. The role emphasizes data-driven improvement, technical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet performance targets.

The candidate will lead engineering reviews, develop simulations, and provide technical guidance across projects, ensuring compliance with HSE standards and international best practices.

Qualifications

• - Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or Operations Engineering or relevant field.
• - 5+ years of refining/process engineering experience in heavy oil operations.
• - Strong knowledge of debottlenecking and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Provides data analysis and optimization support using plant data and PI/LIMS systems.
• Leads design and process optimization, develops heat and material balances, and reviews complex design work.
• Leads engineering reviews for plant modifications and improvement projects.
• Performs RCA and implements corrective actions for equipment issues.
• Drives safety and compliance through HAZOP, PSSR, MOC reviews and process safety leadership.
• Mentors junior engineers and develops cross-functional teams.

Skills

Refining / process engineering

Heavy oil processes

Process improvement

Leadership & mentoring

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analytics / APC / PI systems

Education

Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or Operations Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

PetroSIM

UniSim

PI systems

Job description

OQ is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to support optimization initiatives for Heavy Oils CDU/VDU/DCU/KTU/LTU/SGP units and related facilities. The role emphasizes data-driven improvement, technical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet performance targets.

The candidate will lead engineering reviews, develop simulations, and provide technical guidance across projects, ensuring compliance with HSE standards and international best practices.