Polymer Process Improvement Engineer

Chemistry that Matters

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It's all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let's explore what matters!

As one of the world's largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society's future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE portfolio. Today, the company serves customers in more than 140 countries with a global workforce of close to 29,000 talent individuals. Our values Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver are the foundation of our success.

Our purpose is Chemistry that Matters. This is what drives us to do what we do. Chemistry goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. What Matters is making a meaningful impact for the world through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!

SABIC - Sharq

Job Post Start Date: 05. Mar. 2026

Job Post End Date: 19. Mar. 2026

Job Purpose:

To support operations in troubleshooting Polymer plants performance, play the role of technical assurance and continuous optimization, long term improvements and development of studies to uplift process limitations.

Job Key Accountabilities:

• Provide process know how support for plant upset, complex trouble shooting, shutdown and start-up, and ensuring plant process integrity through a well-defined operating envelope.
• Participate in HAZOP studies and highlight potential process safety concerns.
• Develop project feasibility studies project development package to meet all CAPEX cycle requirements.
• Develop studies scope ensuring they meet plant requirements with highest cost effectiveness and within required time frame.
• Review Process (MOCC) and approved concept development package (CDP).
• Improve Catalyst performance to sustain consistent catalyst batches performance for smooth operation of the reactor.
• Continuously optimize feedstock (TMR, Chemical & Additives) that will help in closure of PTAI and SVR initiatives.
• Continuously improve reaction operation continuity.
• Participate/lead teams responsible for implementing new products and processes.
• Manage the communication with the Licensor, Technology and innovation(T&I),Center of Excellence COE, and other affiliates & vendors.
• Carryout process modeling as required to support of optimizing and modification requirements.
• Accurately report sustainability KPI's ( SABIC & SEEC) for PE plants and suggest/implement ideas to reduce the gaps.
• Provide required Process assistance for TAM related items.
• Perform all Tasks / activities assigned by Department leader in terms of development and/or business demand.

Minimum Education:

BS degree in chemical engineering.

Minimum Experience:

5 Years experience in chemical process operation /process.

Job Specific Skills/Competencies:

• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, procedures and legislative process.
• Excellent communication skills and experience applying technology through teamwork.
• Maintain confidential and proprietary information.
• Conducting business with high professional standards.
• Excellent time management and working under pressure skills.
• Excellent communication skills and motivation to effectively coach internal staff and work with outside groups and agencies.

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work (e.g. Sunday Thursday) during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.

How much will you earn at SABIC

It's a fair question. We offer a competitive base salary, because we want to attract the right talent. The talent that will make us a leader in the highly competitive chemicals industry. We also provide allowances in certain markets and for certain jobs. Our bonus scheme and other incentives are structured to reflect your personal contribution and responsibilities.

How will you benefit

We provide generous health and well-being benefits. Including medical checkups, health insurance, life cover, wellness programs and family leave. Everyone who works at SABIC is entitled to annual vacations in addition to public holidays. We also provide retirement and saving schemes to help you plan your future.