ASC - Process Engineer

ASC Process Engineer - Catalyst Management

Process Engineer - Catalysts Management

Role Description:Company is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join the Transport Technologies Division of Company's Research & Development Center.The Transport Technologies Division conducts research and technology development in the area of transport fuels chemistry and advanced engine technologies.Our research focuses on the co-optimization of fuel and engine systems while we demonstrate the commercial viability of competitive internal combustion engine (ICE) platforms and low climate impact fuels, which will address the environmental and business sustainability of transport fuels for road, marine and aviation applications. The Process Engineer’s primary role is to provide engineering and process optimization support on developing sustainable synthetic fuels and chemicals production facilities including liaison with leading technology and engineering solution providers.Responsibilities:Participate in a unique, world-class project on innovative process design for transport fuels and petrochemicals production.Develop, configure and optimize industrial processes and participate in engineering and process design studies.Address technical challenges associated with adopting new process and retro fitting to existing refinery configurationsPerform financial modeling, cost estimates and projections on transport fuels and petrochemicals.Conduct techno-economic analysis and benchmarking of R&D projects against commercial and existing technologies Analyze the carbon footprint and energy intensity of new and existing refining/petrochemical processes; and suggest process improvements to reduce the carbon footprint and enhance energy efficiency. Liaise with business proponent and engineering teams within company. Mentor and oversee development of young engineers in the area of specialty. Find creative solutions to technical problems, both working individually and within a team.Requirements:Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline from a recognized and approved program.At least 10 years of experience of process engineering in refining/petrochemicals industry.Experienced in refinery and petrochemical flowsheeting (PFD and P&ID), and equipment sizing and capital cost estimationKnowledgeable about standard refining, petrochemical processes (e.g. fluid catalytic cracking, hydrocracking, reforming,…etc.) and utilities process. Able to conduct detailed techno-economic assessment of R&D projects. Experience with R&D projects, process development and/or scale up is a plus. Strong project management, interpersonal skills and the capability to work effectively across multiple functional departments.

Responsibilities:You are expected to be able to perform the following:Review operations of process catalysts by monitoring key performance indicators which include but not limited to product yields, deactivation rates, remaining lifecycle, etc. Issue quarterly performance and benchmarking reports highlighting optimization achievements, performance gaps and recommendations.Support process technology engineers in resolving any catalysts and absorbents performance gaps and implementation of optimization initiatives.Conduct yearly benchmarking workshops with participating Global Manufacturing facilities to highlight the year-round performances, share best practices, agree on catalyst optimization and profitability targets, and recognize facility best performers.Maintain an inventory of Global Manufacturing catalysts and absorbents detailing the technology providers, quantity, next loading forecasts, etc.Support and facilitate potential similar catalysts inventory exchange/synergy among Global Manufacturing facilities. Develop and/or support needed contractual agreements, as needed.Represent the admin area in refining catalyst selection and evaluation by representing the needs of the business line according to established company procedures.Support and coordinate with other internal stakeholders when necessary on the requirements to conduct the regular catalyst pilot testing activities.Acts with Global Manufacturing refineries in the negotiation and acceptance of catalysts and adsorbents vendor performance guarantees.Involvement in the performance test runs to validate vendor’s Proforma Performance Guarantees.Manage and facilitate the spent catalyst handling and precious metals reclamation (platinum and rhenium-based) activities in Global Manufacturing. Develop and maintain the procedures accordingly.Act as the admin area focal point in providing coordination and process engineering support on corporate catalyst strategies and related transactions.Provide field support to catalyst related activities such as loading & unloading, regeneration & rejuvenation, pre-sulfiding & activation, process optimization, and troubleshooting, as needed, in collaboration with facility process engineers, and other stakeholders.Support the pilot testing or field demonstration of commercial catalysts and in-house developed catalysts in facilities in collaboration with R&D and other corporate technical entities.Lead contract cost optimization initiatives surrounding fresh catalyst procurement, spent catalyst handling, re-use, and metal reclamation.Requirements:As the successful candidate you will hold a bachelor's degree in chemical or environmental engineering from a recognized and approved program. An advanced degree with specialization in catalysis is preferred.You will have a minimum of seventeen years of experience in refining and petrochemical catalyst and absorbents application, and practical experience in supporting or operating catalytic processes (i.e. hydroprocessing, reforming, catalytic cracking, etc.) with at least 5 years’ experience in oil refinery or petrochemicals plants.Exposure to different technology licensors is a plus.You will have experience using process engineering simulation programsYou will be able to demonstrate very good command of spoken and written English

Responsibilities:As the successful candidate you will required to perform the following:Review operations of process catalysts by monitoring key performance indicators which include but not limited to product yields, deactivation rates, remaining lifecycle, etc. Issue quarterly performance and benchmarking reports highlighting optimization achievements, performance gaps and recommendations.Support process technology engineers in resolving any catalysts and absorbents performance gaps and implementation of optimization initiatives.Conduct yearly benchmarking workshops with participating Global Manufacturing facilities to highlight the year-round performances, share best practices, agree on catalyst optimization and profitability targets, and recognize facility best performers.Maintain an inventory of Global Manufacturing catalysts and absorbents detailing the technology providers, quantity, next loading forecasts, etc.Support and facilitate potential similar catalysts inventory exchange/synergy among Global Manufacturing facilities. Develop and/or support needed contractual agreements, as needed.Represent the admin area in refining catalyst selection and evaluation by representing the needs of the business line according to established company procedures.Support and coordinate with other internal stakeholders when necessary on the requirements to conduct the regular catalyst pilot testing activities.Act with Global Manufacturing refineries in the negotiation and acceptance of catalysts and adsorbents vendor performance guarantees.Assist with performance test runs to validate vendor’s Proforma Performance Guarantees.Manage and facilitate the spent catalyst handling and precious metals reclamation (platinum and rhenium-based) activities in Global Manufacturing. Develop and maintain the procedures accordingly.Act as the admin area focal point in providing coordination and process engineering support on corporate catalyst strategies and related transactions.Provide field support to catalyst related activities such as loading & unloading, regeneration & rejuvenation, pre-sulfiding & activation, process optimization, and troubleshooting, as needed, in collaboration with facility process engineers, and other stakeholders.Support the pilot testing or field demonstration of commercial catalysts and in-house developed catalysts in our client facilities in collaboration with R&D and other corporate technical entities.Lead contract cost optimization initiatives surrounding fresh catalyst procurement, spent catalyst handling, re-use, and metal reclamation.Requirements:You must hold a Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related specialization.An advanced degree with specialization in catalysis is preferred.You should have a minimum of 10 years experience in refining and petrochemical catalyst and absorbents application and practical experience in supporting or operating catalytic processes (i.e. hydroprocessing, reforming, catalytic cracking, etc) with at least 5 years’ experience in oil refinery or petrochemicals plants.Exposure to different technology licensors is a plus.Experience using process engineering simulation programs is also required.

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