Lead Engineer - SMP Opportunity with Saudi Aramco

Role Overview

Lead Engineer position with Saeed Raddad Group, working on a Saudi Aramco contract. Based in Tanajib/Khursaniyah Areas, Saudi Arabia.

Company Overview

Saeed Raddad Group is an Investment Holding Group headquartered in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The group operates diverse leading companies across Energy, Manufacturing, Engineering, Facilities Management, Human Resources, Medical and Pharmaceutical Industries, Travel and Tourism, Real Estate, and Information and Communication Technology.

Role Purpose

Lead the engineering design, specification, commissioning, and optimization of Air Separation Unit systems, ensuring safe, efficient operation aligned with industry standards and plant performance guarantees.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Specification

• Specify and size critical ASU assets including high-pressure air compressors, air adsorption and dehydration systems, turboexpanders, Braes Aluminum Heat Exchangers, and cryogenic distillation columns.
• Design liquid oxygen and nitrogen storage and vaporization systems for peak production or backup supply.

Process Simulation & Validation

• Operate Aspen HYSYS or PRO/II process simulation tools specifically calibrated for cryogenic air separation cycles.
• Validate simulation models against real plant data.

Commissioning & Operations

• Lead cryogenic ASU commissioning and start-up activities.
• Conduct performance guarantee tests.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and optimize performance.

Specialized Systems

• Manage Molecular Sieve Adsorption Systems for pre-purification and moisture removal, including regeneration cycle optimization.
• Maintain deep practical knowledge of Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code and standards regarding oxygen compatibility and fire hazard management in high-purity oxygen environments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor degree or higher.
• More than 10 years of hands-on experience in Air Separation Unit design, operations, and maintenance.
• Preferred certification: ASU-specific technical training or certification from Linde, Air Liquide, Air Products, or equivalent technology certifications.

Skills & Competencies

• Aspen HYSYS or PRO/II process simulation software.
• High-pressure air compressor specification and operation.
• Cryogenic system design and commissioning.
• Molecular Sieve Adsorption System management.
• Troubleshooting and performance optimization.
• Knowledge of Compressed Gases and Cryogenic Fluids Code and standards.

Additional Information

• Employment type: Full time.
• Competitive basic salary plus overbase compensation.
• Adequate health insurance.
• Annual leave and public holidays.
• Annual flight tickets for expatriates.
• Application window: August 31, 2026 to September 3, 2026.