Process Engineer - Solomon Benchmarking

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead the administration of Solomon benchmarking studies, ensuring relevance and accuracy for Global Manufacturing facilities
• Conduct on-site data collection, verification, and quality review during Solomon benchmarking in Global Manufacturing Affiliates' facilities
• Analyze and interpret Solomon benchmarking results to ascertain competitive positions of Global Manufacturing facilities in the industry
• Develop comprehensive reports documenting findings and actionable recommendations for Global Manufacturing management and affiliates
• Lead planning, development, and execution of solutions to bridge identified performance gaps with measurable improvements
• Formulate and implement expense/margin optimization plans to maximize financial performance of affiliates' facilities
• Work directly with affiliates' facilities to establish performance targets and measure progress using Solomon metrics
• Assess and quantify the future impact of planned capital improvements and modifications on Solomon benchmarking metrics
• Develop and present regular performance benchmarking reports capturing Solomon metrics for all Global Manufacturing affiliates' facilities
• Mentor junior team members in Solomon benchmarking methodologies and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related specialization. Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 15 years of total practical refinery process units experience
• At least 7 years of hands-on specialized experience in Solomon benchmarking and analysis of associated metrics in refinery settings
• Demonstrated ability to apply Solomon benchmarking methodologies to drive tangible improvements in plant performance
• In-depth working knowledge of refinery industry process plant characteristics and operations
• Proven ability to facilitate technical discussions and influence various stakeholders including senior management
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools specific to Solomon benchmarking
• Track record of continuous learning and staying updated with latest Solomon benchmarking methodologies and industry trends

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary
• Housing allowance or company-provided accommodation
• Transportation allowance
• Annual home airfare for employee and dependents
• End-of-service gratuity per Saudi labor law
• Medical and dental coverage for employee and dependents
• Children's education assistance

Skills