Downstream Process Engineer

This position requires full relocation to Saudi Arabia. It is a permanent full time Expat position with an attractive relocation package.

Please note only qualified candidates will be contacted and B.Tech Degree candidates are not eligible as we need B.E. candidates only.

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Downstream Process Engineer with extensive hands-on experience in Solomon benchmarking methodologies and performance analysis to join our Operation Engineering Solutions Department (OESD).

OESD provides specialized and timely operations and process engineering support to all process technologies operated in both wholly-owned and affiliates' refining and chemicals operating facilities, collectively known as Saudi Aramco Global Manufacturing.

Your primary role is to provide technical expertise in conducting benchmarking, analyzing performances, and implementing improvements for Global Manufacturing assets using Solomon performance metrics. This role is crucial in supporting and overseeing the performances of Saudi Aramco's global manufacturing assets. You will use your expertise to drive performance enhancements by identifying and closing gaps discovered through the benchmarking process.

Key Responsibilities:

As the successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

• Coordinate and lead the administration of Solomon benchmarking studies, ensuring relevance and accuracy for Global Manufacturing facilities.
• Personally, conduct on-site data collection, verification, and quality review during Solomon benchmarking in Global Manufacturing Affiliates' facilities.
• Analyze and interpret Solomon benchmarking results to ascertain the competitive positions of Global Manufacturing facilities in the industry.
• Develop comprehensive reports documenting findings and actionable recommendations for presentation to Global Manufacturing management and affiliates.

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• Lead the planning, development, and execution of solutions to bridge identified performance gaps, demonstrating measurable improvements.
• Formulate and implement expense/margin optimization plans to maximize financial performance of Global Manufacturing Affiliates' facilities.
• Work directly with affiliates' facilities to establish performance targets and measure progress using Solomon metrics.
• Assess and quantify the future impact of planned capital improvements and modifications on Solomon benchmarking metrics.
• Develop and present regular performance benchmarking reports capturing the Solomon metrics for all Global Manufacturing affiliates' facilities.
• Mentor junior team members in Solomon benchmarking methodologies and best practices.

Minimum Requirements:

• You must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related specialization. An advanced degree is preferred.
• You should have a minimum of 15 years of total practical refinery process units experience, with at least 7 years of hands-on, specialized experience in Solomon benchmarking and analysis of associated metrics in refinery settings.
• You will have demonstrated ability to apply Solomon benchmarking methodologies to drive tangible improvements in plant performance.
• In-depth working knowledge of refinery industry process plant characteristics and operations is essential.
• Proven ability to facilitate technical discussions and influence various stakeholders, including senior management.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools specific to Solomon benchmarking (please specify tools in your application).
• Track record of continuous learning and staying updated with the latest Solomon benchmarking methodologies and industry trends.