Process Engineer (Refinery)

Job description

the employer, a leading talent acquisition company in the Oil & Energy sector, We are seeking an experienced Process Engineer (Refinery) to be stationed at YASREF refinery. The ideal candidate will provide on-site technical support, troubleshooting, and optimization for refinery process units, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations. Key Responsibilities • Provide expert-level process engineering support for refinery operations. • Monitor plant performance and recommend improvements to optimize efficiency, reliability, and safety. • Troubleshoot operational issues and provide immediate technical solutions. • Support plant modifications, debottlenecking, and process optimization initiatives. • Review and validate process design, simulation, and operational data. • Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and technical teams to resolve process-related challenges. • Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and company procedures. • Participate in shutdowns, startups, and commissioning activities when required.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in refinery process engineering roles.
• Strong experience in refinery operations and technical support.
• Technical Expertise (Mandatory)
• Must have experience in at least one of the following refinery process units:
• Two Stage Hydrocracking
• LPG Olefin Saturation
• Mercaptan Removal
• Delayed Coking
• OR strong experience in the following areas:
• Refinery Process Simulation
• Relief Load & Flare System Analysis
• Process Hydraulics Calculations
• Fired Heaters Design & Operation
• Refinery Real-Time Optimization (RTO)
• Required Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Expertise in process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, UniSim).
• In-depth understanding of refinery operations and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced operational environment.

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