Head of Chemical Process EngineeringAbout ENGIEENGIE group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Together with our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are committed to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions. Inspired by our purpose (“raison d’être”), we reconcile economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, building on our key businesses (gas, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers.ENGIE’s Business Unit for the Asia Middle East and Africa (AMEA) region is headquartered in Dubai. The region has activities in large scale power generation, water desalination, district cooling, energy solutions and renewables including green hydrogen, wind and solar. We act throughout the value chain: strategy, design, engineering, energy-efficient asset construction, digital platforms, operations management, financing syndication and outcome assurance. And, by using globally leading technologies, we create innovative energy and smart solutions that help to make the world a better place.For the Generation International department, the Global Business Unit Renewable and Flex is looking for an head of chemical chemical process engineerObjective & responsibilities -Provide expert technical support in a broad domain of chemical processes to the operating assets and the center of excellence for water desalination and water steam cycles with the objective to:-Develop O&M corporate & local governance procedures for new and existing projects.-Raise the operational performance of the assets.-Develop action plans to preserve asset integrity and maintain life span of equipment.-Improve chemical process safety through Risk identification and mitigation.-Lead analyses programs required to identify critical operational performance and process safety.-Reduce operating costs involving chemical processes and optimize investments.-Improve the assets availability, reliability and efficiency involving chemical processes.-Support investigations and Root Cause Analysis of chemical process failures.-Conduct Peer reviews under ENGIE Operational Excellence Framework.-Provide support on specific asset or project based assignments on request.-Expertise is extended to new technologies incorporating NH3, and H2.-Identify and assess new chemical suppliers-Evaluate the readiness of operation and maintenance organizations in terms of chemistry-Provide expert technical and engineering support to the Project Development Team and ETSG team to:-Support & review operational & technical requirements to optimize efficiency for new projects.-Support in optimizing consumption of chemical consumables and budgetary estimates.-Investigate on alternative to the actual and commonly used chemicals in the Power and Water plants.-Review and approve final dosing rates during development phase of the project.-Contribute as needed to HAZID, HAZOP and other technical assignments related to project development and Chemical process Safety.-Act as critical reviewer of the overall water steam quality of a system, before entering in operation-Support review and development of new technologies involving Chemical process engineering.-Expertise is extended to new technologies incorporating NH3, and H2.-Bring expertise and contribute to transversal initiatives launched within the BU on chemistry related projects and actions, more particularly by :-Support procurement team in fleet level optimization of chemicals contributing to efficient commercial bids.-Support identification and evaluation of new suppliers & products. -Support sustainability and environmental compliance initiatives.-Provide training and pursue professional development, including research, review and validation of latest technological advances in the field of chemistry processes and asset integrity.-Liaise with Engie Group competence centers and expertise to ensure experience sharing and best practice for the BU activities.-Lead the Chemistry Networking Group to develop community, cross functional knowledge and group targeted initiatives.-Lead initiatives and projects including but not limited to corrosion management of installations.-Support programs around digitalization of data management and KPI’s.-Expertise is extended to new technologies incorporating NH3, and H2.Reporting LineThe Head of chemical process Engineering will report to the Head of Operational Excellence & Process Safety within the TOS (Technical & Operational Support) team. Degree / Experience Master of Science in Chemistry or Chemical Process Engineering.Minimum 10 years technical & management expertise within a management position in the field of industrial chemical process engineering. Fundamental knowledge of new technologies including, but not limited to ammonia and hydrogen production processes.

Specific Knowledge / Skills-Expertise in process and chemical treatment in Power Plants.-Expertise in Process and chemical treatment of Desalination Plants (MED,MSF and RO).-Knowledge of International and local Standards and policies that govern the Chemical treatment of Power and Desalination Plants.-Treatment and monitoring of water steam cycles in thermal power plants-Expertise in plant condition and inspection protocols.-COSHH, MSDS and laboratory safety protocols.-Plant preservation protocols & chemical cleaning processes.-Process failure investigation and remediation related to chemical processes.-Laboratory processes for sampling, calibration, monitoring and analysis.-Emergency actions to be taken in the event of plant contamination or prevention of environmental breaches.-Plant materials and selection, protective coatings, cladding and linings.-Cathodic protection & corrosion drivers, prevention and remediation.-Process and potable water production methods.-Knowledge of waste water treatment systems.-Environmental compliance requirements and emergency protocols.-Ammonia and hydrogen production on industrial scale.-Strong abilities to utilize Microsoft Office tools and administrative reporting.-Proficient in using / introducing digital tools and packages to facilitate operational activities.-Curiosity required to stay up to date in technical fields of interest.-Ability to translate quantitative analysis, field experience & best industry practices.-Ability to understand the nature of a technical issue quickly and effectively, and to define a few potential alternative solutions.-Good knowledge of diverse sources of in-depth technical expertise both internally (within O&M companies, at ENGIE AMEA, at ENGIE Group) and externally (vendors, engineering companies, …)-Ability to mobilize technical experts and bringing them together for the solution of an issue.-Champion the use of various knowledge management and sharing practices and tools, including email, teams, share-point, conference calls and face-to-face meetings-Sound analytical skills required to identify individual and common commercial opportunities across the fleet.-The ability to translate a complex technical issue in clear management language.-Solid understanding of the economic aspects of technical solutions (e.g. for new project development, maintenance optimization, asset lifetime management, vendor negotiations, …)-Ability to play an important role in inter-departmental projects, both as a leader & team member.-Strong interpersonal and network management skills. Language• Fluent in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus.Business Understanding• Sound knowledge of the energy & water business. Location/travel• United Arab Emirates, Dubai HQ, AMEA region, LATAM.Field: Technical / Expert / Chemistry & Process Engineering Job Level: With managementEmployee Status: RegularSchedule: Full-timePrimary Location: UAE, Dubai