Polyolefins Technology Engineer

Brunel International; Al Quwayiyah; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a seasoned Polyolefins Technology Engineer to join their Downstream Process Engineering Division. This role involves leveraging extensive expertise in polyolefins operations and technologies to enhance facility design and operations. You will play a pivotal role in evaluating new technologies, providing technical support for capital projects, and mentoring emerging engineers. With a focus on innovation and best practices, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to the company's success in the petrochemical sector. If you have a passion for technology and a desire to make an impact, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in petrochemical industry with focus on polyolefins.
• Strong knowledge of polyolefin technologies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform simulation and modeling of polyolefins operations.
• Provide technical support for capital projects at various stages.
• Mentor developing specialists and engineers.

Skills

Polyolefins Operations

Chemical Engineering

Technical Support

Process Design

Project Evaluation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

What are you going to do

• We are seeking an experienced Polyolefins Technology Engineer with extensive experience in polyolefin operations and technologies to join our Downstream Process Engineering Division under our Process & Control Systems Department.
• Our Downstream Process Engineering Division is responsible for developing the Company’s polyolefins technologies, providing technical support to chemical operations, supporting new project development and evaluation, and benchmarking the Company’s polyolefins operations and assets.
• As a Polyolefins Technology Engineer, you will perform simulation and modeling of polyolefins operations (e.g., energy/material balances, utilities, catalysts, effluents, specifications) and provide technical support for capital projects at various stages (pre-feasibility, feasibility, basic, detailed engineering).
• You will be responsible for:
• Maintaining and enhancing best practices in polyolefins facilities design and operation.
• Assessing new and emerging polyolefins technologies and supporting research and development.
• Participating in and evaluating the economics of polyolefins projects.
• Providing troubleshooting and developing innovative process solutions with appropriate risk considerations.
• Developing and participating in a knowledge-sharing network.
• Evaluating, contrasting, and comparing polyolefin products made with different processes.
• Acting as a mentor to developing specialists and engineers.

Essential skills and knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline; a Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the petrochemical industry, including at least 7 years in polyolefins operations, technical support, and technology management.
• Familiarity with different polyolefin technologies (HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, PP), processes (Gas Phase, Slurry Phase), and catalyst systems. Knowledge of various licensors is a plus.
• Ability to effectively interface with internal engineering, R&D, and technical service teams.
• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally.
• Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal, and networking skills.