Lead Polyolefins Engineer

Lead Polyolefins Engineer - Permanent Expat Opportunity - Middle East

A major operator in the energy and chemicals sector is seeking a highly experienced Lead Polyolefins Engineer to join its downstream team in the Middle East. This permanent expatriate opportunity offers excellent long-term prospects and the chance to contribute to world-scale operations in a dynamic and diverse working environment

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Initial interviews will be conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams in June and Jul

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Responsibilit

• iesDrive the improvement of operational and design standards within polyolefins product
• ionStay up to date with emerging polyolefin technologies and support ongoing R and D activit
• iesContribute to the technical and commercial evaluation of future polyolefin proje
• ctsProvide practical troubleshooting and develop technical solutions that optimise safety, efficiency, and product qual
• ityPromote collaboration and knowledge sharing across global engineering te
• amsEvaluate and compare polymer product outputs from different technologies and production meth
• odsMentor junior engineers and technical staff to support team development and succession plann

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Qualificat

• ionsBachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a closely related field is requ
• iredMaster’s degree is advantag
• eousOver 20 years of experience in the petrochemical industry, including a minimum of 7 years in polyolefin technologies and operat
• ionsStrong technical expertise across HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, and polypropylene proce
• ssesHands-on experience with major production technologies including gas phase and slurry phase polymerisa
• tionFamiliarity with leading polyolefin licensors is considered benefi
• cialDemonstrated ability to work across technical functions such as engineering, operations, and R a
• nd DWillingness to travel internationally based on business n
• eedsStrong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving sk

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Location and ben

efitsThe position is based in the Middle East and includes a comprehensive expatriate package. Benefits include accommodation, annual flights, schooling support, transport allowance, and other family or single-status entitlements appropriate to a long-term overseas pos