Job Title: Process Engineer - Vinyl Operations
Location: Qatar
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Process Engineer to support key vinyl operations at a major petrochemical facility in the Middle East. This is an opportunity to work across plant optimisation, process improvement, and revamp design projects, directly influencing safety, reliability, and long-term efficiency. You'll serve as a technical authority within a high-performing team, reporting to the Head of Process Engineering and acting as deputy in their absence.
If you're looking to make a real impact in an international environment with world-class operational standards-this is the opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Process Engineering
- Lead process improvement activities and identify debottlenecking opportunities
- Conduct technical studies and safety audits to improve plant performance
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables including P&IDs, PFDs, and process specs
- Design in-house process modifications and support environmental compliance upgrades
- Assist in the evaluation of chemical and catalyst selections
- Optimise plant operation parameters to reduce cost and improve reliability
Project & Technical Support
- Prepare economic evaluations and feasibility studies for CAPEX projects
- Review tenders and technical submissions from contractors and vendors
- Use simulation and chemical engineering software for calculations and modelling
- Coordinate basic engineering studies with external consultants
- Liaise with licensors and manufacturers to ensure technology alignment
Safety, Compliance & Documentation
- Lead and participate in HAZOP, LOPA, Fire Risk Analysis and other process safety reviews
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
- Maintain and update all relevant process documentation
- Contribute to incident investigations and continuous improvement systems
Mentoring & Stakeholder Engagement
- Support skill development for junior engineers
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, procurement, and quality teams
- Act as a key point of contact for service providers and consultants
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a relevant discipline
- Minimum 5 years of process engineering experience, preferably in petrochemicals
- Working knowledge of vinyl or ethylene production processes preferred
- Strong experience with process control systems, simulation tools, and engineering software
- Solid understanding of industry codes, safety systems, and project lifecycles
- Demonstrated ability to lead contractors and cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and technical reporting skills