Process Engineer - Refinery Experience Only

Job description

the employer occupies a special place in the global energy industry. We are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer. Through our significant investments in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce to the world and are committed to enhancing the employer’s value to society. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generational vision for the future, stemming from our nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom's vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has led us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits not only to the Kingdom, but also to a large number of communities, economies and countries that depend on the vital, reliable energy we supply. We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as among the five largest global companies by market capitalization. Overview We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer with extensive hands-on experience in Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) processes to join our Downstream Process Engineering Solutions Department (OESD). OESD's technical team provides high-quality, multi-disciplinary support to Global Manufacturing operating facilities (refineries, NGLFs, and petrochemical plants) within Saudi Arabia and globally. Your primary role is to provide in-depth process and process engineering expertise to monitor, improve and lead FCC performance improvement programs at refineries, including supporting Remote and on-site technical consulting, standard setting, and technological knowledge management. Key Responsibilities As a successful candidate you will be required to perform the following: • Conduct comprehensive performance reviews of existing FCC units, analyzing key performance indicators related to productivity, operability, profitability, reliability, and process safety. Develop and present quarterly benchmark reports with actionable improvement recommendations. • Providing practical technical support in implementing performance improvement initiatives, demonstrating measurable results in closing gaps identified from quarterly performance measurement reports. • Lead workshops to share best practices between global manufacturing facilities (owned and subsidiaries), facilitating knowledge exchange and continuous improvement in FCC technologies. • Provide remote and field technical consulting support as requested, including troubleshooting, optimization, de-bottlenecking, refurbishment, and upgrade of FCC modules. Provide detailed service reports for each support activity. • Driving performance improvement programs that enhance process safety, improve manufacturing costs, and increase FCC unit reliability and productivity. • Develop and implement FCC engineering and maintenance best practices and standards, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. • Provide expert technical support to project teams and contractors for FCC engineering and procurement activities. • Coordinate with other disciplines (mechanical, instrumentation, electrical) to ensure optimal performance and integration of FCC equipment. • Perform Regular audits and inspections of FCC equipment to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality regulations and standards. • Evaluate and recommend new technologies and innovations to improve and improve the level of FCC, including catalytic developments and advanced control strategies. • Prepare and update technical documentation and reports for FCC architecture and operation. • Participate in business plan development and coordinate with stakeholders for capital investments in FCC facilities. • Facilitate technical knowledge exchange workshops with FCC process technology licensors and global manufacturing facilities. • Develop and deliver internal technical training programs on FCC operations and improvement for global manufacturing facilities as needed. • Participate in incident investigation activities related to the FCC process. Technologies as required by operating facilities. Minimum Requirements • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering. An advanced degree is preferred. • Must have at least 15 years of experience in refining operations, with at least 10 years of work experience specifically in fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) and optimization processes. • Demonstrated ability to improve FCC operations, with specific examples of performance improvements achieved (e.g., productivity improvements, energy savings, reliability improvements). • Comprehensive knowledge of committee operations Federal communications, equipment, and systems, including regeneration processes, catalyst management, and product segmentation. • Deep understanding of FCC catalyst chemistry and selection criteria for different feedstocks. • Experience in FCC troubleshooting, including analysis of operational problems such as afterburners, catalyst circulation problems, and product quality deviations. • Proficiency in FCC modeling process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, KBC Petro-SIM). • Strong knowledge of refining economics and the impact of FCC performance on overall refinery profitability. • Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., API, ASME) applicable to FCC units. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to prepare and present technical reports to various audiences, including senior management. • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. • Experience mentoring junior engineers and operators in FCC operations and optimization techniques. • As the ideal candidate, you will have a proven track record in optimizing fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) processes in refinery and petrochemical plant settings. Work location and work schedule Work location: Within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - will be specified in the job offer Work schedule: Full-time - will be specified in the job offer Duration of job announcement Job posting start date: 02/12/2026 Job Work environment Our high-performing employees are attracted to the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industry opportunities we offer, and are rewarded accordingly. At the employer, our people work on world-class projects, supported by unparalleled investment in capital and technology. Because, as a global energy company, we face some of the world's greatest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development. We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs - one of the largest in the world

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• · Minimum Requirements • Must have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

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