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 Granulation Expert is expected to Initiate, Propose and Execute research and development, Debottlenecking/Revamp, New product development programs directed towards the improvement of processes and introduction of new products. Lead in-house new process technology development, scale up & implementations in commercial granulation. Provide technology support to commercial plants for the shutdown, turnover, and re-commissioning as needed. Provide trouble-shooting & Root cause analysis support and drive problem resolution for commercial plants. The technologist is also expected to provide support in Growth Projects
Key Responsibilities: Provide trouble-shooting & Root cause analysis support for commercial plants Lead various new post-reactor product developments through Granulation Techniques Participate in in-house new process technology development, scale up & implementations in commercial plants Engage and Lead Feasibility study & Revamp studies for effective granulator operation at plant scale and semi-commercial scales Independently Review Engineering Documents & Provide Steering input Design and supervise pilot plant experimental runs, including preliminary reviews, data interpretation, and final reporting Collect and interpret plant process data to make recommendations for improvements and ensure standardized work processes are optimized Actively contribute to plant safety and quality programs. Requirements: This role required candidate to permanently relocate at Jubail, Saudi Arabia. Preferably holds a Masters or PhD degree Masters degree with a minimum of 15 years of experience, or PhD with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Technology Development, Plant Support, Modeling, and Optimization Demonstrated strategic thinking and planning abilities Strong leadership skills to effectively collaborate and influence individuals from diverse disciplines and cultures Ability to create, foster, and drive a culture of innovation within the organization
