What’s the role?

As Process l Technologist – SMPO, your accountabilities include:

• Provide top quartile Advance Technology Support to Shell Styrene Monomer Propylene Oxide (SMPO) assets globally.
• Drive and/or support process design including start-ups for new Styrene Monomer Propylene Oxide (SMPO) plants.
• Drive and/or support R&D programs for SMPO, EBSM including coaching/guiding the experimentalists in SMPO IPPs (Internal Pilot Plant).
• Responsible for agreeing on programs and required resources with customers, providing expertise and delivering high quality services.
• Act as a technical coach/mentor for new joiners, lesser experienced colleagues.
• Provide Technical assurance..
• Contribute to the development of Best Practices & sharing between the SMPO and EB “sister” plants.
• Contribute towards the Knowledge Management activities .

In addition, some general activities for the department and any other technical activities as requested by the Team lead will form part of the task.

What we need from you

We are keen to hear from candidates with the following experience and qualities:

• At least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, preferably master’s or equivalent.
• Sound technology background with at least 5 – 7 years’ experience.
• Experience in process engineering design, Technology support and/or process development in at least one relevant (chemical) technology area.
• Previous experience in SMPO technology will be an added advantage.
• Experience in driving or supporting a design project and/or a R&D program is desirable.
• Skilled in Aspen or equivalent simulation tools.
• Results driven.
• Demonstrated team working and networking skills.
• Highly motivated person who works independently.