(Global Petrochemical) Lead Scientist - Olefins & Aromatics
Location
Mumbai | India
Job description
This role required candidate to permanently relocate at Jubail, Saudi Arabia.
About the Company
Founded in the late 1970s in Saudi Arabia's oil-rich region, this multinational corporation has solidified its position as a global leader in the petrochemical sector. With a diverse product portfolio ranging from chemicals and intermediates to polymers, agri-nutrients, and metals, the company has expanded its operations across 50 countries. Prioritizing innovation and sustainability, it boasts state-of-the-art research centers and a staunch commitment to environmental responsibility. As a testament to its excellence and influence, the firm actively fosters strategic global partnerships, continuously setting benchmarks in quality and industry standards.
Job Summary
Join us in revolutionizing the world-scale Olefins industry. We are seeking an experienced Olefins Process Technology Engineer who thrives on innovation and process optimization. The ideal candidate will be a passionate technologist, keen on maximizing process efficiency, and committed to pushing the boundaries of the petrochemicals industry.
Key Responsibilities :
- Offer specialized technology support focusing on improvement projects for Olefins plants optimization.
- Apply statistical tools in analyzing key process trends, translating findings into actionable recommendations.
- Diagnose chronic plant issues, develop technical solutions, and draft reports based on comprehensive plant data analysis.
- Collaborate within the T&I organization, securing project approvals and implementation.
- Spearhead technology projects in Ethylene Steam-Crackers (various feeds) for optimization.
- Lead troubleshooting efforts, ensuring timely and effective solutions.
- Apply scientific methodologies and use statistical tools for data interpretation.
- Pioneer in identifying and developing carbon-neutral or decarbonization technologies.
- Conduct studies on emerging Olefins technologies, drafting white papers for senior management.
- Support strategic initiatives, including capacity expansions, complex studies, and refinery integration.
- Innovate and develop patentable concepts for intellectual property growth.
Requirements
- Relocation : Permanent relocation to Jubail, Saudi Arabia.
- Academic Qualifications : Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering mandatory. Master's or PhD in Engineering is an advantage.
- 11+ years in industrial roles (petrochemicals/refinery) with 3+ years in Olefins process technology.
- Hands-on experience with various Olefins feedstock.
- Experience in steam cracker process, modeling, and computational tools such as ASPEN Plus/HYSYS, Petro-SIM, HTRI.
- Desirable: Refinery integration with steam cracker projects.
- Additional advantage: Experience from manufacturing/technology licensor roles.
- Proven mentorship prowess, guiding young engineers.
- Team-oriented, yet can operate independently.
- Strong project management skills.
Job-Specific Skills :
- Cracker Operations
- Process Engineering
- Process Modeling & Simulation
- Chemical & Decarbonization Technologies
- Benchmarking
- Project Management
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