.*At this time, we are only receiving applications from candidates who are currently situated in the Americas, thank you. Who is our client and your future employer? The company where energy is opportunity!Our client occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. They are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas). With significant investment in technology and infrastructure, they strive to maximize the value of the energy they produce for the world and commit to enhancing value to society.Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and with offices around the world, our client combines market discipline with a generations-spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom's vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven them to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to many communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy they supply.This company is one of the most profitable in the world and amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.LHR Americas LHR Americas recruits people from around the world to work in Saudi Arabia.Who are we looking for? Our client is seeking anEngineering Specialist to join the Fuels & Chemicals R&D Division of the Research & Development Center (R&D). The Fuels & Chemicals R&D Division is responsible for developing new and improved technologies in hydrocarbon processing, refining, and petrochemicals.The Engineering Specialist's primary role is to lead technology development projects related to the direct conversion of crude oil into petrochemicals. The Specialistshould be familiar with simulation software packages such as Aspen Plus/Aspen HYSYS, capital cost estimation, and techno-economic assessments of R&D projects. In addition, the candidate should possess sound experience in project management and strong communication and mentorship skills.Minimum Requirements PhD degree in Chemical Engineering.At least 10 years of experience in relevant R&D to the refining/petrochemicals industry; experience in crude to chemicals is preferred but not required.Highly knowledgeable in refining and petrochemical conversion processes especially Fluid catalytic cracking (FCC), Hydrocracking, and Steam Cracking.Highly skilled in developing chemical engineering calculations (mass and energy balances, utilities consumption...Etc) and analyzing experimental data.Ability to analyze/comprehend techno-economic assessments of R&D projectsExperience with R&D projects, process development and deployment.Strong interpersonal skills and the capability to work effectively across multiple functional teams.Proven track record of excellence in previous positions held
