Technologist - Polyolefins

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE To execute operational plans for both established and novel product/technology projects by evaluating new technologies, offering suggestions for process improvement based on benchmarking analyses, and aiding in pilot activities and plant trials, in order to, enhance operational efficiency, safety, and product innovation, in alignment with RIL's Technology Strategy, central procedures, and guidelines, ensuring the organization's commitment to excellence and strategic growth Key Responsibilities Participate in identifying opportunities for process improvements, assisting in achieving higher capacities Participate in root cause analyses to understand intricate process and engineering challenges and support in providing recommendations Support Sr Technologist in the identification and definition of enhancements and upgrades in current processes, equipment, and technologies, aiming to achieve higher production capacities and enhanced process efficiencies Assist in implementing improvement projects to ensure alignment with technology strategy and operating plan Support Senior Technologists in evaluating catalysts, chemicals, and additives, contributing to the optimization of processes and product quality Collaborate in conducting pilot studies and scaled-up implementations, contributing valuable insights for technological advancements Collaborate with R&D teams to facilitate scale-up and plant-level trials. Manage pilot studies, ensuring adherence to milestones, and provide inputs for successful scaled-up integration Execute commercial plant trials, validating emerging technologies, and overseeing the seamless transition from laboratory testing to full-scale production Perform simulations and APC models to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and proactively address potential challenges Create quarterly product performance benchmarking reports and translate insights into actionable recommendations KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES Education Qualifications - Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemical Engineering Experience - 4-8 years of relevant industry experience in process technology, chemical engineering, in Refining or Petrochemical Industry FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES Knowledge of product technology & advancement Knowledge of latest tools & simulation studies Knowledge of product development Knowledge of application of science & engineering principles Knowledge of Modelling Standards, Project Standards, and Project Execution Standards Knowledge of Plant HSE use cases Process Optimization Innovation Management Show more Show less