Technical Services Manager

Department: Technical Services

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Dammam - Saudi Arabia

Compensation: ر.س25,000 - ر.س29,000 / month

Description

Leads major project teams or task forces in different technologies, including “first-of-a-kind technologies.” Contributes to continuous improvement of more than one technical area and improves project execution. Takes the initiative in making decisions both within and outside established procedures and guidelines, when required, based on past experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading major project teams or task forces on several projects in a given technology
• Review and approves project design documentation
• Leads kick-off meetings, client review meetings, plant start-ups, and performance test runs as required
• Trains subordinates in the use of process tools and procedures as well as technology
• Supervises the process team and coordinates with other disciplines, as required
• Supervises the preparation of reports and Supervisory Operating Manuals
• Answers operating and production questions after start-up/test run
• Responsible for reviews and follow-up during the detailed engineering work cycle
  
  

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• B.S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering
• 15 years relevant experience, plus 3 years experience as a Principal Technology Specialist
• 5 years of ethylene plant operational experience and/or multiple petrochemical technologies would be preferred.
• Ability to travel and go on field assignments, 10-15% travel expected
• Expertise in at least one technical specialty
• Solid knowledge of Chemical Engineering disciplines
• Ability to take initiative in making decisions in areas of technical expertise
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to initiate/implement new projects
• Ability to introduce new tools and knowledge
• Ability to supervise and schedule the work effort of a project team
• Working knowledge of industry specifications and standards
• Ability to interact successfully with internal and external clients in all areas of expertise
• Ability to make technical presentations
• Ability to lead field assignments
• Ability to lead projects in different technologies, including first-of-a-kind
• Ability to supervise team members and to advise and mentor in areas of expertise covering a wide range of process engineering.
  
  

Job Benefits

With a heritage spanning more than 115 years and a focus on innovation that has resulted in more than 140 technologies and 4,100 patents, Lummus is the global leader in the development and implementation of process technologies that make modern life possible.