Process Engineer

-; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to lead CAPEX projects and manage process changes. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and over 10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing. Proficiency in design software and strong problem-solving skills are essential. This position supports daily operations and ensures compliance with safety standards, offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing as a Process Engineer.
• Experience in batch operations is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of piping systems, valves, instrumentation, and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Support plant CAPEX projects through leading document reviews and technical approvals.
• Lead and manage process changes and safety studies.
• Develop operating procedures and support troubleshooting activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Smart Plant P&ID

Aspen HYSYS

AVEVA Diagrams

Job description

Job Requirements

• Support plant CAPEX projects through leading, participating, and facilitating document review and approval, technical reviews (equipment bids, 3D model, technical queries, RFIs), package equipment HAZOPs, procurement works, third-party permits, field inspections, mechanical completion walkdowns, PSSRs and environmental compliance testing.
• Lead, facilitate, manage, and track plant process changes through Management of Change ensuring practical recommendations are reflected to achieve the production, reliability, or optimization objectives.
• Lead and coordinate all necessary safety studies/risk assessments related to process changes.
• Perform manufacturing review and commercialization on new raw materials and products ensuring compatibility with plant manufacturing capability.
• Lead implementation of necessary plant modifications to accommodate new raw material and product requests.
• Develop new product SOPs and ensure stakeholders' feedback are incorporated.
• Support daily plant operations activities ensuring plant production schedules and quality standards are met.
• Identify and recommend engineering solutions to plant HSE problems.
• Provide support in troubleshooting plant upsets ensuring plant runs as designed and that production interruption is minimized.
• Develop operating procedures & guidelines for any non-routine plans and deviation from established procedure to meet a particular need or situation.
• Support operations on technical specifications and procurement of material and small equipment needs.
• Lead and/or participate in process and safety related incident investigation.

Work Experience

Required Qualifications & Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing as a Process Engineer. Experience in batch operations is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Smart Plant P&ID, AVEVA Diagrams, or similar P&ID design software.
• Experience with process simulation tools (Aspen HYSYS, PRO-II, UniSim, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of piping systems, valves, instrumentation, and safety systems.
• Familiarity with industry codes and standards (API, ASME, ANSI, IEC, NFPA, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Good to have skills:

• Experience in offshore and onshore oil & gas facilities.
• Knowledge of process safety and regulatory compliance.
• Hands‑on experience with P&ID revision control and management systems.
• Exposure to LNG, refining, petrochemical, or pipeline projects.