Process Engineering Supervisor - Petrochemicals

Kin-Tec Global Recruitment; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Process Engineering Supervisor in Saudi Arabia for a long-term role. The ideal candidate will provide technical leadership and mentorship in a petrochemical environment. Responsibilities include overseeing engineers, ensuring efficient plant performance, and providing technical support. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and extensive experience in petrochemical operations. This role offers a competitive work schedule with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in process engineering within petrochemical or refining operations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and optimisation skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision and mentorship to Area Process Engineers.
• Collaborate with business and operations teams on process issues.
• Monitor budgets, yields, and prepare performance reports.
• Support start-up, shutdown, and inspection of process units.
• Define and evaluate technical specifications for chemicals and catalysts.

Skills

Process optimisation

Technical leadership

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Master's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Job description

Process Engineering Supervisor- Petrochemicals

Location: Saudi Arabia (Residential)

Work Schedule: 5 days per week

Contract Type: Long-term contract

About the Role

An experienced Senior Process Engineer is required to provide technical leadership, process optimisation, and operational support within a petrochemical environment. The role involves guiding area engineers, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring efficient and reliable plant performance across assigned units.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical supervision and mentorship to Area Process Engineers, supporting them in daily operations and project-related tasks.
• Collaborate with business and operations teams to deliver technical guidance on process issues.
• Monitor budgets, yields, and throughputs, and prepare regular performance reports with recommendations for improvement.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate test runs for new and existing installations, implementing corrective actions for any design-related issues.
• Support the start-up, shutdown, and inspection of process units.
• Provide technical input for HAZOPs, PFDs, P&IDs, safety assessments, and management of change processes.
• Define and evaluate technical specifications for chemicals and catalysts in coordination with procurement and technical teams.
• Work with technical and studies divisions to scope new projects, conduct feasibility studies, and prioritise improvement initiatives.
• Participate in business team meetings to support and present process improvement opportunities.
• Stay up to date with the latest process engineering technologies and participate in industry conferences and technical events.
• Monitor production unit performance, focusing on capacity, yield, and efficiency improvements.
• Support shutdown planning, testing, and inspection activities, ensuring timely resolution of process issues.
• Review process design studies and modifications developed by external engineering companies, validating changes to ensure optimal performance.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities and provide technical solutions for critical operational problems.
• Collaborate with performance control teams to ensure accurate yield and utilities predictions.
• Review progress on engineering service contracts, ensuring that all issues are properly addressed with relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to catalyst and chemical management by monitoring usage cycles, inventories, and procurement requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Process Engineering Superintendent.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Significant experience in process engineering within petrochemical or refining operations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and optimisation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple technical priorities and collaborate across departments.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.