Delayed Coker Visbreaker Specialist

Saudi Aramco (ASC); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Access to extensive learning programs

Job summary

Saudi Aramco (ASC) is looking for an experienced Delayed Coker Visbreaker Engineering Specialist to join its Operation Engineering Solutions Department. The role involves conducting performance reviews, leading benchmarking workshops, and providing hands-on support in implementation.

You will need at least 15 years in the refinery/petrochemical field along with a Chemical Engineering degree. The position offers full-time work with competitive compensation and access to extensive learning programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in refinery/petrochemical industry.
• At least 10 years of hands‑on experience in delayed coker/visbreaker.
• Comprehensive knowledge of delayed coker/visbreaker processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance reviews and analyze KPIs.
• Develop quarterly benchmarking reports.
• Deliver remote technical advisory support.

Skills

Delayed coker/visbreaker optimization

Performance analysis

NDE techniques

Software tools (Aspen Hysys, ANSYS, HTRI)

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Delayed Coker Visbreaker Engineering Specialist to join the Operation Engineering Solutions Department (OESD), a technical team responsible for providing high‑quality, multidisciplinary support to global manufacturing operating facilities, refineries, NGL facilities, and petrochemical plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive performance reviews of existing delayed coker visbreaker facilities and analyze KPIs related to operability, profitability, reliability, and process safety.
• Develop and present quarterly benchmarking reports with actionable improvement recommendations.
• Provide hands‑on support in implementing performance improvement initiatives, demonstrating measurable results in closing identified gaps.
• Lead benchmarking and best‑practice exchange workshops among global manufacturing facilities and facilitate knowledge sharing and continuous improvement in delayed coker visbreaker technologies.
• Deliver on‑demand remote and field technical advisory support, including troubleshooting, optimization, debottlenecking, revamp, and upgrade activities, and provide detailed service reports for each support activity.
• Drive performance improvement programs that enhance process safety, optimize manufacturing costs, and increase plant reliability for delayed coker visbreaker units.
• Develop and implement best practices and standards for delayed coker visbreaker engineering and maintenance while ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide expert technical support to project teams and contractors for delayed coker visbreaker engineering and procurement activities.
• Coordinate with other disciplines (process, mechanical, instrumentation, and electrical) to ensure optimal performance and integration of delayed coker visbreaker equipment.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of delayed coker visbreaker equipment to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality regulations and standards.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and innovations for delayed coker visbreaker improvement and optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum 15 years of experience across the refinery and/or petrochemical industry, with at least 10 years of hands‑on experience in delayed coker/visbreaker specialty.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize delayed coker/visbreaker operations with specific examples of performance improvements achieved.
• Comprehensive knowledge of delayed coker/visbreaker processes, equipment, and systems.
• Deep understanding of ASME Section VIII Divisions1 &2, ASME SectionI, API‑530, API‑535, API‑537, API‑560, API‑579, API‑936, and NFPA standards applicable to fired equipment.
• Significant experience in inspection and failure analysis of delayed coker/visbreaker equipment.
• Proficiency in basic and advanced NDE techniques related to delayed coker/visbreaker equipment.
• High level of proficiency in using software tools such as Aspen Hysys, ANSYS, and HTRI.
• Knowledge of remaining‑life calculations for heater tubes and refractory design and repair.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present technical reports to various audiences.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Location & Schedule

Work location: Within Saudi Arabia (to be specified in job offer). Work schedule: Full‑time (to be specified in job offer).

Benefits

Our high‑performing employees are rewarded with competitive compensation, world‑scale project involvement, and access to extensive learning and development programs—one of the largest in the industry.