[Expression of Interest] Process Technology / Plant Engineer (Chemical)

[Expression of Interest] Process Technology / Plant Engineer (Chemical)

Recruit123 is helping our clients to source for Process Technology / Plant Engineers (Chemical) for upcoming and ongoing opportunities in Singapore's chemical/petrochemical sector. This is an Expression of Interest listing — we are building a pipeline of qualified candidates ahead of confirmed openings with our clients.

Our clients are chemical/petrochemical manufacturing facilities in Singapore seeking experienced Process Technology / Plant Engineers to support process optimization, plant reliability, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide process engineering support for plant operations, including troubleshooting, debottlenecking, and process optimization
  • Develop, review, and update process technology documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, mass/energy balances, operating procedures)
  • Support process safety studies (HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA) and ensure compliance with Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements
  • Monitor plant performance against design parameters and recommend improvements to yield, efficiency, and reliability
  • Lead or support root cause analysis for process deviations, equipment failures, and incidents
  • Work closely with operations, maintenance, and technical teams on plant turnarounds, capital projects, and process modifications
  • Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, and safety regulations (e.g., MOM, NEA, PSM requirements)
  • Provide technical guidance and training to process technicians and operations staff
  • Participate in management of change (MOC) processes for new equipment, process changes, or modifications
  • Support commissioning and start-up activities for new units or process upgrades

Requirements:

  • Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline
  • Minimum 3–8 years of process engineering experience within a chemical, petrochemical, or process manufacturing plant (experience level flexible depending on specific client mandate)
  • Strong understanding of process safety principles, PSM, and relevant Singapore regulatory requirements
  • Hands-on experience with process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen, HYSYS) an advantage
  • Experience with HAZOP/HAZID studies and MOC processes preferred
  • Good analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and EHS teams
  • Willingness to be involved in shift support or on-call arrangements during turnarounds/critical operations as needed

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Exposure to established chemical/petrochemical manufacturing operations
  • Opportunities across multiple client sites — we'll match your profile to live openings as they arise

Interested candidates may submit their expression of interest for early consideration ahead of confirmed vacancies.

Recruit123 Pte Ltd
EA Personnel: Lian Cher Chieh (Steffan)
EA Personnel Registration No.: R1217705
EA License No.: 25C2810EA
steffan.lian@recruit-123.com

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