Lead Eng Process - UTILITIES
TR/079711
Posted: 30/10/2025
- Competitive
- Oman
- Contract
We have a current opportunity for Lead Eng Process - UTILITIES on a temporary basis. The position will be based in Sohar, Oman. For further information about this position please apply.
Position Title: Lead Eng Process - UTILITIES
Location: Sohar, Oman
Duration: One year (extendable)
Start date: ASAP
Minimum Requirements
Lead Process Engineering activities for UTILITIES (RPI) under TL UTILITIES Process Engineering’s scope, for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of process engineering-based activities acting as Senior Matter Expert of Process Optimization standards through: (1) Lead the identification, implementation and continuous improvement of process optimization-based activities at UTILITIES of company RPI plants, (2) Analyses and prepares optimization proposals executing the corresponding engineering actions, task and activities related to opportunities of optimization, reliability and availability (3) Lead and execute actions to ensure that Management process Services meets Management strategy, tactics and operational performance goals, (4) Provides focused technical/engineering support on specific operations and the corresponding engineering, maintenance and operational teams in Utilities in company RPI plants, and (5) Guide young engineers in related matters; in order to ensure projects and service actions, tasks and targets are achieved efficiently and to optimum standards.
10+ years of relevant experience
At least 5 years of Process Engineering experience in Utilities units of Refinery / Petrochemical plants.
In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to Utilities processes.
Experience and well versed in field investigation, inspections, troubleshooting, performance checks, data compilation, etc.
Understanding of Process Plant (P& ID / PFD) & Engineering drawings and OEM manuals.
Experience in benchmarking studies like Solomon.
Experience in Asset Master Data governance, field materials specifications and international standards.
Expertise for budgeting and cost control.
Familiar with techniques for ensuring data integrity with various integration of information/ reports.
Experience in Process Engineering of Utilities units but not limited to:
STGs, GTGs & Power systems
Sea Water Intake facility & supply systems,
Secondary (closed loop) Cooling Water systems
Sea Water Cooling Tower
Sea Water Desalination (RO & MED types)
Demineralization (Ion exchange & EDI types)
Boiler Feed Water, Auxiliary Boilers, Steam & Condensate networks
Potable water & service water supply systems
Fuel gas & Natural gas supply systems
Plant Air & Instrument Air systems
Nitrogen distribution network
Fire Water system
Flare systems
Wastewater treatment unit
Spent caustic treatment units
Notable Working Conditions: Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use.
Education requirements
Minimum Qualifications for this position are bachelor’s degree in engineering preferably in Chemical Engineering.
Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)
Technical:
Computer knowledge in MS Office applications like MS Word, MS excel etc.
Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in engineering
Good knowledge and expertise of SAP.
Knowledge in software applications like PI, and LIMS etc.
Knowledge of process engineering best practices
Effective planning and organizing skills.
Proficient at interpreting Technical Drawings
Accurate Reporting skill
SOP interpretation
Refinery commissioning and start-up.
Knowledge in HSE (Process Safety, H2S Awareness, Basic Fire Fighting, Emergency Response)
Knowledge of DCS systems.
Knowledge in Utilities units of Refinery / Petrochemical plants (Process, Static & Rotating Equipment
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Position Title: Lead Eng Process - UTILITIES
Location: Sohar, Oman
Duration: One year (extendable)
Start date: ASAP
Minimum Requirements
Lead Process Engineering activities for UTILITIES (RPI) under TL UTILITIES Process Engineering’s scope, for the development, implementation and continuous improvement of process engineering-based activities acting as Senior Matter Expert of Process Optimization standards through: (1) Lead the identification, implementation and continuous improvement of process optimization-based activities at UTILITIES of company RPI plants, (2) Analyses and prepares optimization proposals executing the corresponding engineering actions, task and activities related to opportunities of optimization, reliability and availability (3) Lead and execute actions to ensure that Management process Services meets Management strategy, tactics and operational performance goals, (4) Provides focused technical/engineering support on specific operations and the corresponding engineering, maintenance and operational teams in Utilities in company RPI plants, and (5) Guide young engineers in related matters; in order to ensure projects and service actions, tasks and targets are achieved efficiently and to optimum standards.
10+ years of relevant experience
At least 5 years of Process Engineering experience in Utilities units of Refinery / Petrochemical plants.
In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to Utilities processes.
Experience and well versed in field investigation, inspections, troubleshooting, performance checks, data compilation, etc.
Understanding of Process Plant (P& ID / PFD) & Engineering drawings and OEM manuals.
Experience in benchmarking studies like Solomon.
Experience in Asset Master Data governance, field materials specifications and international standards.
Expertise for budgeting and cost control.
Familiar with techniques for ensuring data integrity with various integration of information/ reports.
Experience in Process Engineering of Utilities units but not limited to:
STGs, GTGs & Power systems
Sea Water Intake facility & supply systems,
Secondary (closed loop) Cooling Water systems
Sea Water Cooling Tower
Sea Water Desalination (RO & MED types)
Demineralization (Ion exchange & EDI types)
Boiler Feed Water, Auxiliary Boilers, Steam & Condensate networks
Potable water & service water supply systems
Fuel gas & Natural gas supply systems
Plant Air & Instrument Air systems
Nitrogen distribution network
Fire Water system
Flare systems
Wastewater treatment unit
Spent caustic treatment units
Notable Working Conditions: Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use.
Education requirements
Minimum Qualifications for this position are bachelor’s degree in engineering preferably in Chemical Engineering.
Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) | Arabic - Native (desirable)
Technical:
Computer knowledge in MS Office applications like MS Word, MS excel etc.
Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in engineering
Good knowledge and expertise of SAP.
Knowledge in software applications like PI, and LIMS etc.
Knowledge of process engineering best practices
Effective planning and organizing skills.
Proficient at interpreting Technical Drawings
Accurate Reporting skill
SOP interpretation
Refinery commissioning and start-up.
Knowledge in HSE (Process Safety, H2S Awareness, Basic Fire Fighting, Emergency Response)
Knowledge of DCS systems.
Knowledge in Utilities units of Refinery / Petrochemical plants (Process, Static & Rotating Equipment
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Megha Koshy
Senior Recruitment Consultant
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