42 Chemical Engineering jobs in Saudi Arabia

Eram Talent is seeking a Training Specialist - Chemical Engineering to join our team in Saudi Arabia. This role is crucial in developing and delivering training programs that enhance the knowledge and skills of professionals in the chemical engineering field. As a leading talent acquisition consultancy, we focus on matching high-potential individuals with companies across various industries including Oil & Gas, Energy, and Manufacturing.

The Training Specialist will be responsible for designing curriculum, coordinating training sessions, and ensuring that participants gain practical knowledge applicable to their roles. You will work closely with industry leaders and experts to ensure that our training programs align with current trends and technological advancements in chemical engineering.

• Develop, design, and deliver training curriculum for chemical engineering processes and technologies.
• Assess training needs and tailor training programs to meet the skill requirements of employees.
• Curriculum development: Build structured learning pathways and job family-specific curriculums, from early-career professionals to independent, competent contributors.
• Mentorship and coaching: Act as a subject matter expert and mentor, fostering the development of technical skills and operational excellence across teams.
• Ensure training effectiveness: Continuously improve training programs by incorporating industry trends, feedback, and real-life workplace scenarios
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Maintain comprehensive training records and prepare reports for management review.
• Conduct follow-up assessments to measure knowledge retention and application of training insights in the workplace.
• Stay current on industry developments and incorporate best practices into training programs.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in chemical engineering or related training roles.
• Develop technical course materials: Create comprehensive work-task centric workshops that prepare early and mid-career professionals for mastery in their core job family tasks.
• Facilitate technical courses: Conduct engaging in-person and virtual training sessions for employees at various career stages, ensuring knowledge

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Engineer to join our team in the petrochemical industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing engineering projects in our facility located in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong technical expertise and project management skills to contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

1. Lead and manage engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality standards.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning to ensure project deliverables are met.
3. Provide technical expertise and guidance in the development and implementation of engineering solutions.
4. Perform risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project safety and compliance with industry regulations.
5. Prepare and present project reports, progress updates, and technical presentations to stakeholders and management.
6. Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor project progress and identify any potential issues or deviations from project plans.
7. Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and suppliers to procure necessary materials and equipment for project execution.
8. Participate in the selection and evaluation of engineering technologies and solutions to optimize project performance and efficiency.
9. Mentor and provide leadership to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

1. At least a 4 year degree in an engineering discipline.
2. Proven experience in project management within the Oil and Gas industry, with a strong understanding of engineering principles and practices.
3. Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly preferred.
4. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions under pressure.
6. Familiarity with project management tools and software, as well as relevant industry standards and regulations.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Salary : Competitive Sector : Oil, Gas & Energy Contract Type : Permanent Town/City : Dhahran

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

We are seeking an experienced Downstream Process Engineer with extensive hands-on expertise in Utilities processes to join our Global Manufacturing Excellence organization under the Downstream Operation Engineering Solutions Department (OESD).

OESD's technical team provides high-quality, multi-disciplinary support to GM operating facilities (Refineries, NGLF, and petrochemical plants) within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and globally.

Your primary role will be to provide in-depth process engineering and operations expertise to monitor, optimize, and drive performance improvement programs for Utilities, including both remote and on-site technical advisory support and benchmarking of utilities.

• Conduct regular performance reviews of existing Utilities through key performance indicators (KPIs) representing optimum operability, profitability, reliability, and process safety. Develop and present quarterly benchmarking reports with actionable improvement recommendations.
• Lead benchmarking and best practices exchange workshops among Global Manufacturing facilities (wholly-owned and affiliates), facilitating knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Deliver on-demand remote and field technical advisory support, including process design, troubleshooting, start-up/shutdown activities, and capacity test runs. Provide detailed service reports for each support activity, highlighting facility needs, actions taken, results, and lessons learned.
• Collaborate with Global Manufacturing facilities engineers to identify and implement cost optimization or process improvement initiatives, focusing on "low-hanging fruits" that require minimal capital investment, through operational adjustment or design modification.
• Conduct internal assessments on Utilities using Saudi Aramco engineering standard references. Highlight any deviations or better standards applied by affiliates for endorsement to facility management or Saudi Aramco Central Engineering.
• Act as the overall coordinator for cascading and driving Global Manufacturing and Corporate programs for Utilities in operating facilities, enabling their execution and effective monitoring.
• Participate in Business Plan development, coordinating with stakeholders for capital investments on assigned Utilities and support techno-economic evaluations.
• Evaluate and recommend new Utilities technologies, coordinating with Central Engineering to facilitate field deployment.
• Arrange and facilitate technical knowledge exchange workshops with major equipment suppliers for Utilities and Global Manufacturing facilities.
• Develop and deliver in-house technical training to Global Manufacturing facilities as needed.
• Lead and participate in hazard operability (HAZOP) and safety integrity level (SIL) studies as required by Utility operating facilities.
• Investigate incidents related to Utilities as required by operating facilities, providing expert analysis and recommendations.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related specialization. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of total Utilities unit experience (process engineering and operations) with at least 10 years of hands-on experience in handling refinery’s utilities.
• Candidate must, at least, have experience in water desalination and boilers for steam generation.
• Candidates with mostly project/design/operation experience will not be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize various utility systems, with specific examples of performance improvements achieved.
• In-depth knowledge of major equipment suppliers and package units for Utilities.
• Proven track record of conducting technical troubleshooting, start-up, shutdown, and capacity test runs for utility systems.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools specific to Utilities 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.

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest 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.

The Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking potential Saudi candidates holding a Master’s degree for research and teaching purposes in one of the following specializations:

• Process Control
• Modeling And Simulation
• Chemical Reaction Engineering & Catalysts
• Thermodynamics
• CO2 Disposal

The candidate will be expected to be available for professional duties for approximately 35-40 hours per week and to carry out teaching, research, academic advising, administrative duties, and any other academic duties assigned by the academic department concerned. The candidate must also adhere to any other job responsibilities imposed by the Ministry of Civil Service regulations.

Applicants must have:

• An earned Master’s degree from a reputable university in the relevant field.
• A full-time Master’s degree with very good grades.
• Certificate equivalency if the degree was obtained from outside the Kingdom.

Director of Talent Acquisition
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email:
Telephone: /2411
Fax:

06/01/2021

Open Until Filled

Required Documents:

• All Official Transcripts (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• All Degrees and Certifications (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• Applicant Photo
• Scanned copy of National ID
• Resume

Optional Documents:

• All reference letters combined in one file
• Teaching Statement
• Other Document
• Research Statement
• List of Publications
• Writing Sample
• Teaching Philosophy

Hire Resolve’s client is urgently seeking the expertise of a Process Engineer in Saudi Arabia .

Key Requirements:

• BSc. / B.Eng. in Chemical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience
• Must have design experience in the petrochemical and power plant environment
• Experienced in HYSYS and AFT Fathom
• Must be willing to work long hours in Saudi Arabia on a rotation basis

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or emailing your CV to .

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Process Engineer to join our team in the petrochemical industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading and managing process engineering activities, ensuring the successful execution of projects, and providing technical expertise to support plant operations. This role is based in Jubail, Saudi Arabia, and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage process engineering activities for various projects in the petrochemical industry.
2. Provide technical expertise and support to optimize plant operations and troubleshoot process issues.
3. Develop and review process design packages, PFDs, P&IDs, and process simulations.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of projects, including design, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
5. Participate in HAZOP, SIL, and other safety reviews to identify and mitigate process safety risks.
6. Conduct process optimization studies to improve plant performance, reliability, and efficiency.
7. Support the development and implementation of process engineering standards, best practices, and procedures.
8. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior engineers and contribute to their professional development.
9. Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation.

Key Requirements:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.
2. 10+ years’ experience as a process engineer in a petrochemical industry at ABS plant (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene).
3. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
4. Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make sound decisions under pressure.
5. Familiarity with project management tools and software, as well as relevant industry standards and regulations.
6. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a strong commitment to quality and safety.

Working Hours: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs), 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)

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The medium of instruction in KFUPM is English.

This job advertisement is for Saudi nationals only.

Job Reference Number: SA129

Job Title: Graduate Assistant in Chemical Engineering (Saudi Nationals Only)

Type: Full Time

The Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking potential Saudi candidates holding a bachelor’s degree for research and teaching purposes.

The candidate will be expected to be available for professional duties for approximately 35-40 hours per week and to carry out teaching, research, academic advising, administrative duties, and any other academic duties that will be assigned by the faculty. The candidate must also adhere to any other job responsibilities imposed by the Ministry of Civil Service regulations.

Applicants must have:

• An earned bachelor’s degree from a reputable university in the relevant field.
• A full-time bachelor’s degree with very good grades.
• Certificate equivalency if the degree was obtained from outside the Kingdom.

Director of Talent Acquisition
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email:
Telephone: /2411
Fax:

Open Date: 04/18/2021

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Required Documents:

• All Official Transcripts (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file.
• All Degrees and Certifications (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file.
• Applicant Photo.
• Scanned copy of National ID.
• Resume.

Optional Documents:

• All reference letters combined in one file.
• Teaching Statement.
• Other Document.
• Research Statement.
• List of Publications.
• Writing Sample.
• Teaching Philosophy.

• Permanent
• Full Time
• Published: 19 hours ago
• Non EE/AA

Monitors day to day plant process parameters of Acrylates process, Syn Gas process, Butanol process, expert in Acrylic Acid Process or similar plants.

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering
10 years minimum year of experience

Handles the process engineering issues concerning plant change development, plant redesign, scouting and feasibility studies, new bases of designs, plant operation optimization, and operational support.
Provides input for preparation of Department Capital and Operating budgets and monitors annual expenditure budgets.
Supports/leads technical studies/surveys with teams within internal and external teams for the Process Engineering and other related issues.
Operation and utility issue troubleshooting.
Ensures efficient performance of equipment and process operation.
Advises on procedures for reducing material and energy losses.
Prepares required management of change with regards to international process engineering standards and best technical practices.
Establishes priorities of process efficiency research and development such as oxidation, cracking, hydrogenation & separation, new process technologies, improved process operations and energy systems.
Hydraulics calculation and equipment sizing.
HAZOP, PHA knowledge and experience.
Reaction kinetics and catalysts performance monitoring.

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.

If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. To email this position to a friend, click on the Email to a Friend link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.

The medium of instruction in KFUPM is English.

This job advertisement is for Saudi nationals only.

Only male applicants are accepted.

Job Reference Number: SA127

Job Title: Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Chemical Engineering (Saudi nationals only)

Location: (Location not specified)

Type: Full Time

The Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking potential Saudi candidates holding a PhD degree for research and teaching purposes in one of the following specializations:

• Process Control
• Process Safety
• Renewable Energy
• Thermodynamics
• CO2 Conversion

The candidate will be expected to be available for professional duties for approximately 35-40 hours per week and to carry out teaching, research, academic advising, administrative duties, and any other academic duties that will be assigned to the faculty by the academic department concerned. The candidate must also adhere to any other job responsibilities imposed by the Ministry of Civil Service regulations.

Applicants must have:

• An earned Ph.D. degree from a reputable university in the relevant field.
• A full-time bachelor’s and master’s degrees with very good grades.
• Certificate equivalency if the certificate was obtained from outside the Kingdom.

Director of Talent Acquisition
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM Box 5005, Dhahran 31261
Saudi Arabia
Email:
Telephone: /2411
Fax:

Required Documents:

• All Official Transcripts (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• All Degrees and Certifications (BS, MS, Ph.D.) combined in one file
• Applicant Photo
• Scanned copy of National ID
• Resume

Optional Documents:

• All reference letters combined in one file
• Teaching Statement
• Other Document
• Research Statement
• List of Publications
• Writing Sample
• Teaching Philosophy