Process Engineer - Sulfur Recovery

ICM People do Brasil; معهد تدريب المديرية العامة للسجون بالمنطقة الشرقية; On-site; SAR 374,000 - 488,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions company is seeking a Process Engineer for their operations in Saudi Arabia. This role involves optimizing SRU and SWS processes in refinery and petrochemical plants, conducting performance reviews, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. A strong background in process optimization and stakeholder management is essential. Relocation to Saudi Arabia is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of total refinery or gas plants process units experience.
• At least 10 years of hands-on experience in handling SRU and SWS plants.
• Proven track record of performance improvements achieved.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular performance reviews of existing SRU & SWS facilities.
• Develop and distribute bi-monthly SRU & SWS technical best practices bulletins.
• Deliver remote and field technical advisory support as required.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement cost optimization initiatives.

Skills

Performance optimization

Technical troubleshooting

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Position: Process Engineer - Sulfur Recovery

This is a permanent role in Saudi Arabia.

“We welcome applications from candidates based in any country within the Americas region.”

Only candidates willing to relocate to Saudi Arabia that meet the requirements are to apply. Kindly take the time to read through the requirements before applying.

Overview

We are seeking a Process Engineer with extensive hands-on expertise in Sulfur Recovery Unit (SRU) and Sour Water Stripper (SWS) processes to join the Downstream Operation Engineering Solutions Department (OESD). The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of optimizing SRU & SWS operations in refinery and petrochemical plant settings.

The primary role is to provide in-depth process engineering and operations expertise to monitor, optimize, and drive performance improvement programs for refineries' SRU & SWS, including both remote and on-site technical advisory support, benchmarking, and technology knowledge management.

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

• Conduct regular performance reviews of existing SRU & SWS facilities, analyzing KPIs related to operability, profitability, reliability, and process safety. Develop and present quarterly benchmarking reports with actionable improvement recommendations.
• Develop and distribute bi-monthly SRU & SWS technical best practices bulletins, ensuring knowledge dissemination across Global Manufacturing facilities.
• Deliver on-demand remote and field technical advisory support, including troubleshooting, start-up/shutdown activities, capacity test runs, and technology pilot testing. Provide detailed service reports for each support activity.
• Collaborate with Global Manufacturing facilities engineers to identify and implement cost optimization and process improvement initiatives, focusing on "low-hanging fruits" that require minimal capital investment.
• Conduct internal assessments of SRU & SWS process engineering standards, ensuring alignment with Saudi Aramco engineering standards and supporting their implementation across Global Manufacturing facilities.
• Participate in Business Plan development, coordinating with stakeholders on capital investments for SRU & SWS units and supporting techno-economic evaluations.
• Evaluate and recommend new SRU & SWS technologies, coordinating with relevant departments for assessment and piloting support.
• Actively participate in external benchmarking activities with industry bodies such as Japan Cooperation Council Petroleum (JCCP) and Gulf Downstream Association (GDA).
• Lead and participate in SRU & SWS hazard operability (HAZOP) and safety integrity level (SIL) studies as required by operating facilities.
• Investigate incidents related to SRU & SWS process technologies, providing expert analysis and recommendations.
• Act as the primary coordinator for SRU & SWS data requests from Global Manufacturing Affiliate Affairs for Saudi Aramco wholly-owned facilities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, staying updated on the latest SRU & SWS technologies and industry best practices. Provide in-house technical training to Global Manufacturing facilities as needed.

Minimum Requirements

As a successful candidate you will hold a:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related specialization. An advanced degree is preferred.
• A minimum of 15 years of total refinery or gas plants process units experience, with at least 10 years of hands-on experience in handling SRUs SWS plants.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize SRU & SWS operations, with specific examples of performance improvements achieved.
• In-depth knowledge of SRU process licensor technologies.
• Proven track record of conducting technical troubleshooting, start-up, shutdown, and capacity test runs for SRU & SWS units.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools specific to SRU & SWS performance metrics.
• Excellent computer skills and presentation abilities.
• Strong management and coordination skills, with experience in stakeholder management.
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to dynamic environments.
• Candidate with mostly project/design experience will not be considered.