# Process Engineer, Heavy Oils - OQ8 at OQ

> Open job at OQ in Duqm, Oman. Workplace: On-site.

Source: RigJobsDirect, https://rigjobsdirect.com/jobs/oq-process-engineer-heavy-oils-oq8-nsmd5eb
Posted 30 August 2026. Last checked on the employer's career site: 11 November 2026.

## Facts

- Company: [OQ](https://rigjobsdirect.com/companies/oq)
- Location: Duqm, Oman
- Workplace: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time
- Local language: Not required
- English: Business level
- Skills: Aspen HYSYS, HAZOP
- Not mentioned in the job post: pay, rotation, visa sponsorship, relocation, where you can apply from

## Job description

| **Job title** | Process Engineer, Heavy Oils |
| --- | --- |
| **Company** | OQ8 | **Function** | TSD |
| **Department** | Process Engineering, Control |
| **Section** | Heavy Oils |
| **Location** | Oman (Duqm) | **Budget control** | *OPEX and/or CAPEX and/or Revenue amount as relevant* |
| **Reporting to** | Team Leader, Heavy Oils | **Direct reports** | - |
| **Job purpose** Provides engineering support for the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of process optimization-based activities in Heavy Oil process (Heavy Oils CDU/VDU/DCU/KTU/LTU/SGP), under TL Process Engineering Heavy Oils (Heavy Oils CDU/VDU/DCU/KTU/LTU/SGP) scope’s, acting as team player for assigned units; through: (1) Identifies opportunities of optimization, as well as investigates and supports optimization proposals from others executing & leading the corresponding engineering, maintenance and operational activities. (2) Execute actions to ensure that Management process optimization Services meets Management strategy and performance goals; in order to ensure projects and service targets are achieved efficiently and to optimum standards The position will act in accordance with the OQ8’s Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Oman’s government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives. |

| **Unit** | **Purpose** | **Key Features** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Crude Distillation Unit (CDU)** | - Distils crude oil into various fractions based on boiling points. | - Atmospheric Distillation, Preheating, Fractionating Column. |
| **Vacuum Distillation Unit (VDU)** | - Processes heavier fractions from the CDU under vacuum to lower boiling points. | - Vacuum Pressure, Heavy Oil Processing, Complex Equipment. |
| **Delayed Coker Unit (DCU)** | - Converts heavy residues into lighter products and petroleum coke. | - Cooking Process, High Temperature, Coke Drums. |
| **Kerosene Treating Unit (KTU)** | - Treats kerosene to remove impurities and improve product quality. | - Desulfurization, Hydrotreating, Product Quality. |
| **Light Naphtha Isomerization Unit (LTU)** | - Converts light naphtha into high-octane gasoline components. | - Isomerization, Catalysts, Product Quality. |
| **Sour Gas Processing Unit (SGP)** | - Processes sour gas to remove sulfur compounds and recover valuable gases. | - Amine Treatment, Sulfur Recovery, Gas Purification |

**Main tasks and responsibilities:**

| **Data Analysis and Optimization** | - Provides robust support while analyses plant’s data using PI and LIMS and provides remedial solutions for deviations. - Identifies optimization opportunities. - **Identifies debottlenecking opportunities and improves unit efficiency.** - **Provides technical recommendation in resolving complex process issues.** |
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| **Design and Process Optimization** | - Coordinates and reviews complex design work. - Develops Heat and Material Balances, designs minor modifications. - Prepares preliminary documents for tender submissions. - **Leads engineering reviews for plant modifications and improvement projects.** - **Develops and validates process simulation and optimization studies.** - **Provides technical guidance to multidisciplinary teams.** |
| **Equipment Monitoring and Troubleshooting** | - Monitors equipment like reactors, drums, compressors. - Performs RCA and proposes corrective actions. |
| **Safety and Compliance** | - Develops technical procedures. - **Leads HAZOP, PSSR, and process safety reviews.** - **Provides technical leadership for MOC and risk assessment activities.** - **Promotes process safety best practices across the organization.** |
| **Process Engineering Support** | - Provides support for the development of Key Documents. - Provides technical assistance to other sections. - **Develops advanced simulation models and digital performance tools.** - **Mentors and develops junior engineers.** |
| **Reviews and Approvals** | - **Provides technical approval of key process engineering deliverables.** - **Performs independent technical reviews of engineering studies and proposals.** - **Represents Process Engineering in technical committees and strategic initiatives.** |

| **Key interactions** **Internal:** Liaise with colleagues and stakeholders for day-to-day work. **External:** Consultants, contractors, vendors |
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| **Notable Working Conditions.** Field Operations and office environment, Moderate to intensive computer screen use. |
| **Education requirements** | Minimum Qualifications for this position are an Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or Operations Engineering or relevant Field. |
| **Language requirements** | Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required) |
| **Background and experience** | **Competencies and skills** |
| - **5 years of** **of relevant refining/process engineering experience** - **Extensive experience in Heavy Oils CDU/VDU/DCU/KTU/LTU/SGP operations and optimization or relevant field.** - **Proven track record in leading process improvement and debottlenecking initiatives.** - **Experience leading refinery commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting activities.** - **Strong experience in Process Safety Management (PSM), HAZOP, and MOC reviews.** - **Demonstrated capability in mentoring and developing junior engineers.** - **Advanced proficiency in process simulation and modeling tools (HYSYS, PetroSIM, UniSim).** - **Experience supporting cross-functional projects and strategic business initiatives.** | **Soft:** - Strong Communication skill verbal and written. - Personal and Team Accountability - Reporting skills - Effective planning and organizing skills. - Proficient at interpreting Technical Drawings - Critical Thinking Skills - Result orientation - Planning and Organizing - Decisiveness - Exercising influence - Demonstrated ability to cooperate with and influence peers. - **Strong leadership and mentoring skills.** - **Ability to lead cross-functional teams and technical workshops.** - **Strategic thinking and problem-solving capability.** - **Effective stakeholder management and influencing skills across all organizational levels.** - **Strong decision-making capability under operational and business pressures.** **Technical:** - Computer literacy including MS Office - SOP interpretation. - Good knowledge of modern Operation technologies & Planning techniques for Heavy Oil processes. - Knowledge of engineering best practices. - Sound judgment in technical matters with good skills in the engineering field. - Good knowledge of HSE / SCE equipment & plans. - Knowledge in estimating, budgeting, and cost control. - **Advanced proficiency in process simulation tools such as HYSYS and Petro-SIM.** - **Strong knowledge of refinery process optimization, energy efficiency, and debottlenecking techniques.** - **Experience with Advanced Process Control (APC), PI systems, and data analytics applications.** - **Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM), HAZOP, SIL, MOC, and Root Cause Analysis methodologies.** - **Strong understanding of refinery commissioning, start-up, shutdown, and turnaround activities.** - **Ability to review and approve engineering studies, design packages, and technical deliverables.** |

## How to apply

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