Job Description

Saudi Aramco

Pilot Plant Process Engineer

Job id: 588943

10 Aug 2025

Job Location

Saudi Arabia

Experience

10 to 20 years

Qualification Level

Engineering Graduates/PG

Job Function

Engineering
Oil / Gas / Petroleum
R & D / Designing

Skillset

R&D experience , plant operations

Preferred Jobseekers

Jobseekers from any country

Key Responsibilities:

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

Develop and implement experimental plans for catalyst and process testing.
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop the design of experiments and design pilot plants.
Supervise and ensure the smooth operation of pilot plants, overseeing both the performance of equipment and the test variables.
Continuously monitor process parameters and suggest optimizations to achieve target efficiencies and outcomes.
Identify and troubleshoot issues in the pilot plants.
Record, analyze, and interpret data from catalyst testing and process simulations.
Use the data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and validate design assumptions for large-scale deployment.
Prepare detailed end-test reports on pilot plants.
Ensure that all pilot plant operations are conducted in accordance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Conduct risk assessments and implement control measures to mitigate operational hazards.

Minimum Requirements:

As the successful candidate you will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or other relevant Engineering degree. An advanced degree is preferred.
You will have a minimum of 10 years plant operations or engineering experience, of which at least 5 must have been in an oil refinery, chemical plant, R&D experience, or other relevant hydrocarbon industry facility. Pilot plant operation or design competency is a plus.
You must be well versed in current statutory regulations, industry standards, recommended practices and a practical sense in applying such references.
You should have experience managing/executing small to medium sized projects.
You must have proven ability to work in an unstructured environment to help develop new systems and infrastructure.
Should be able to demonstrate an understanding of area classifications and specifications of site equipment.
You should have a demonstrated commitment to safety in an operational environment. Hands-on support of operations and technical work teams is also a requirement.

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