Delayed Coker Visbreaker Specialist (GME)
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Date posted
November 13, 2026
Hiring location
Saudi Arabia
Career level
Senior
Qualification
Advanced Degree Preferred Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering or Related Field
Experience
10+ Years in Delayed Coker / Visbreaker 15 Years
Gender
Any
Description
The Delayed Coker and Visbreaker Specialist will provide advanced process engineering and operations support to refinery and petrochemical facilities. The role focuses on improving unit performance, reliability, safety and manufacturing cost through technical reviews, optimisation, benchmarking and practical advisory work. It also supports engineering and procurement activities, maintenance practices and the evaluation of technology improvements for delayed coker and visbreaker systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Review delayed coker and visbreaker performance, analysing operability, profitability, reliability and process safety indicators.
- Provide technical advice to project teams and contractors on engineering and procurement activities for unit equipment and systems.
- Coordinate with process, mechanical, instrumentation and electrical disciplines to ensure equipment and process integration.
- Conduct audits and inspections of unit equipment and assess compliance with applicable safety, environmental and quality requirements.
- Evaluate new technologies and improvement options, including optimisation, debottlenecking, revamp and upgrade opportunities.
- Lead or support performance improvement initiatives, technical knowledge sharing and the development of sound engineering practices.
Requirements and Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
- At least 15 years of refinery or petrochemical industry experience, including at least 10 years of hands-on delayed coker or visbreaker specialisation.
- Demonstrated ability to optimise unit operations and show measurable performance improvements.
- Comprehensive knowledge of unit processes, equipment and systems, plus applicable ASME, API and fired-equipment standards and experience in inspection and failure analysis.
Skills
The role calls for deep specialist knowledge, sound engineering judgement and practical troubleshooting capability. Candidates should understand process and equipment interactions, be comfortable coordinating multidisciplinary reviews and communicate recommendations clearly. A strong focus on process safety, quality, reliability and operational performance is essential.
Employment Details
This is a permanent, full-time residential position in Saudi Arabia with an expat family relocation package advertised for the role. The role supports Global Manufacturing facilities and can involve both remote technical advice and field assignments. Exact location and schedule will be specified in the employment offer.
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