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About the Role

SABIC, a global leader in diversified chemicals, is seeking a dedicated Process Engineer specializing in Ethylene Glycol. This full-time role is crucial in supporting plant operations by providing expertise in complex troubleshooting, ensuring unit performance assurance and optimization, and contributing to long-term improvements and study development. You will play a vital role in maintaining operational excellence and driving continuous improvement within our Ethylene Glycol production facilities in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with Sharq policies and SHEMs / OMS procedures, contributing to the achievement of target SHE rates and adhering to quality procedures and Sharq ISO certified standards.
• Provide process 'know-how' support during plant upsets, perform complex troubleshooting, and assist the plant during startup and shutdown phases.
• Ensure plant process integrity by maintaining a well-defined operating envelope.
• Conduct comprehensive project feasibility studies and develop project packages, tracking the status of assigned studies on a weekly and monthly basis with other process engineers.
• Participate as a member of the Management of Change Committee (MOCC).
• Prepare study scopes to ensure they meet plant requirements, and prepare, review, and consolidate all approved study concepts.
• Assist the Process Manager with any additional assigned duties.
• Evaluate and select new catalysts based on techno-economic assessments, monitor catalyst performance, and support plants in troubleshooting catalyst-related issues.
• Initiate and apply technology adaptation opportunities and best practices to enhance operations.
• Monitor the quality of all utilities and provide operational advice in case of deviations, specifically monitoring the efficiency of steam boilers and water quality.
• Perform overall plant monthly performance monitoring and reporting, advising operations on areas for improvement.
• Maintain furnace design conversion and yield without negatively impacting the run-length of cracking operations.
• Ensure hydrogenation reactors' catalyst selectivity remains within design ranges without loss of desired products.
• Manage communication with licensors, Technology and Innovation (T&I) departments, other affiliates, and vendors.
• Conduct process modeling as required to support optimization and modification initiatives.
• Fulfill all required study portions as part of the role in the S&E committee, adhering to MEMS ** and MEMS ***
• Mentor and groom junior process engineers, monitor their progress, and act as a mentor/body engineer to develop their capabilities and validate their continuous progress.
• Handle all required process communications with licensors, SABIC Technology and Innovation (T&I), and vendors.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant process engineering field.
• Experience in relevant plants such as Olefins (OLF) or Glycol production.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Process Simulation software.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to build personal rapport and motivate effectively to coach internal staff and collaborate with external groups.
• Strong teamwork capabilities and experience in applying technology through collaborative efforts.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, procedures, and the legislative process.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain confidential and proprietary information.

Work Environment and Company Information

This is a full-time position based in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. SABIC is committed to activating human capital to address future challenges and foster a culture of inclusion and respect, believing that good ideas emerge from diverse perspectives. SABIC is proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer, fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be available and willing to work during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

About the Role

SABIC, a global leader in the diversified chemical industry, is seeking a Process Control Engineer to join their team in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role is crucial for supporting industrial distributed control system projects, leveraging product knowledge and implementation methodologies to create configurations, documents, and custom programming elements. At SABIC, the purpose is to make a meaningful impact through collaboration, innovation, and sustainability, addressing global challenges and fostering long-term relationships.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to SABIC's mission by enhancing process control performance, ensuring stable operations, and supporting project lifecycle activities. You will play a key role in optimizing unit operations, maintaining product and waste emission stability, and providing essential pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up support.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a personal commitment to Health, Safety, and the Environment by adhering to the Company's SHEM's procedures.
• Analyze process control performance to identify opportunities for improved stability.
• Report on process control performance to management.
• Train operations and maintenance teams on process control principles and practices.
• Support Project Management Teams (PMT) in enhancing process control performance and communicate necessary changes to existing control schemes.
• Drive value realization from process unit operations by encouraging operation closer to constraints.
• Maintain stable operations by stabilizing the performance of process control loops, product quality, and/or waste emissions.
• Provide support during pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up phases for operations.
• Mentor and groom junior control engineers, monitor their progress, and validate their development on a continuous basis.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Process Control principles and applications.
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and packaged equipment control systems.
• Knowledge of field instrumentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, procedures, and legislative processes.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proven ability to apply technology effectively through teamwork.
• Strong personal rapport and motivation for coaching internal staff and collaborating with external groups and agencies involved in process safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, and MS PowerPoint.

Work Environment and Additional Information

This is a full-time position based in Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. SABIC is a diverse and equal opportunity employer committed to a culture of respect and inclusion. Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position, requiring availability during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as necessary to meet business needs.

About the Role

CCL Global is seeking a Projects Controller to join their team in Jubail, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to managing and overseeing project finances and progress within the metal processing, recycling, or refining industry. The role requires a strong understanding of project controls and financial processes to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The successful candidate will be a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in project management and cost control, particularly within the Middle East region. This role involves close collaboration with project teams, finance departments, and stakeholders to maintain project compliance and drive successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cost estimations and implement robust cost control measures throughout project lifecycles.
• Track and report project costs, ensuring seamless interfacing with the Finance department.
• Monitor key project activities and critical actions, including assurance events, decision gates, and reviews, assisting workstream leaders in their timely completion.
• Develop detailed terms of reference and presentations for significant project events such as value assurance reviews and kick-off meetings.
• Prepare a concise monthly project overview report for presentation to the Steering Committee.
• Monitor the stakeholder engagement plan, ensuring consistent project compliance.
• Prepare project dashboards for monthly reporting, tracking agreed-upon key performance indicators.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and critical success factors (CSFs) to gauge project health and progress.
• Oversee project progress, identify deviations from the plan, and recommend appropriate resolutions to the Project Manager.
• Act as the custodian of the project meeting schedule, planning and coordinating all meetings.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure the timely availability of all major material packages required for project execution.
• Track project compliance against established standards and recommend corrective actions.
• Serve as the custodian of the Stakeholder Engagement Plan, proactively flagging upcoming actions and potential issues.
• Initiate project RFAs (Request for Authorizations) in accordance with the manual of authority and the approved work plan.
• Maintain the Project Control Plan, ensuring it is up-to-date and effectively implemented.
• Conduct regular health checks on Project KPIs and CSFs, reporting on their status.
• Manage and update the Project Compliance Tracker, ensuring all compliance aspects are accurately recorded.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A degree in Engineering is required.
• A qualified project services professional with approximately 10 years of relevant experience is essential.
• Good multi-discipline project execution knowledge.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience within the Middle East region, including Saudi Arabia, is mandatory.
• Experience in managing planning for major capital projects, including construction for high-value contracts, is essential.
• Experience in the metal processing, recycling, or refining industry will be considered an advantage.
• Relevant experience in KSA is preferred but not essential.
• The candidate must have a transferable Iqama.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in cost estimation and cost control.
• Strong project tracking and cost reporting capabilities.
• Effective interface management with the Finance Department.
• Skilled in monitoring key project activities and progress.
• Expertise in monitoring stakeholder engagement plans.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive project dashboards for reporting.
• Proficient in monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs) and success factors.
• Aptitude for identifying plan deviations and recommending resolutions.
• Competent in managing meeting schedules and coordinating participants.
• Strong inter-departmental coordination skills.
• Proficient in project compliance tracking and recommending corrective actions.
• Experience in initiating Request for Authorizations (RFAs).
• Development and implementation of Project Control Plans.
• Ability to conduct Project KPI and CSF health checks.
• Maintenance of Project Compliance Trackers.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated team leadership and coaching abilities.
• Possess drive, energy, and a proactive approach to work.
• Systematic and organized with a keen eye for detail.
• Self-driven, responsible, and committed to a "right first-time" attitude.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in project finance processes.
• An aptitude for a learner mindset.
• Operating knowledge and skills in financial ERP systems will be advantageous.
• Accreditation from international bodies/institutes like PMP, APM, etc., as a chartered/certified professional will be advantageous.
• International work experience in a multicultural environment is preferred.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time role based in Al Jubail, within the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia.