35 Chemical Engineering jobs in Dubai

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1. Partner with sales teams to identify, qualify, and win new business opportunities.
2. Deliver impactful presentations and product demonstrations, showcasing the value we bring.
3. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to design customized solutions that address client challenges.
4. Prototype applications to demonstrate feasibility and ignite client excitement.
5. Become a trusted advisor, providing ongoing technical expertise throughout the customer journey.

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5. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your technical and sales expertise. This role provides a clear path for advancement to Senior and Principal Technical Sales Consultant positions, with increasing responsibility and leadership opportunities.

What qualifications will make you successful for this role?

1. A strong technical background, preferably in engineering for Triconex, and a passion for translating complex concepts into clear solutions.
2. 10+ years of Triconex experience, process safety and functional safety in a technical sales or related role.
3. Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to connect with both technical and non-technical audiences.
4. A collaborative mindset and a drive to exceed client expectations.
5. More than 50% of travelling across The Middle East and Central Asia.

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Knauf Cyprus Limited, a building materials manufacturing company, is seeking a junior Chemical Engineer to start their career in the Quality Control Department at our Plant in Limassol.

Job Description

• Inspection of incoming materials
• Quality control during production
• Testing of final products

What we would like you to have

• Degree in Chemical Engineering
• Excellent knowledge of the English language

Skills/Competencies

• Proficiency in Office software
• Knowledge of German is desirable
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Teamwork

What we Provide:

• Competitive Salary
• Private health insurance

What's next?

We value your time and, applying for a new job can be a long process – which is why we are committed to responding to your application as soon as possible.

Overview

Allow us to introduce ourselves

At dss+ , we’re not just another global consulting firm. We are a purpose-driven company that exists to save lives and create a sustainable future – for our clients, employees, and communities. We put people at the heart of everything we do, and we’re a consultancy with heart. As an experienced process safety specialist , your expertise is vital in helping us protect people, assets, and the environment – making you an essential part of our mission. Right now, we’re strengthening our capability and presence and looking for a Subject Matter Expert in Process Safety to join our growing team. You will work with leading organisations to implement world-class Process Safety Management (PSM) practices, focusing on Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and risk management in high-hazard industries. This is a unique opportunity to broaden your professional impact while helping clients achieve safer, more resilient operations.

• As part of client-engagement teams, you’ll take the lead on designing and delivering process safety solutions. You’ll use your deep technical knowledge to help clients identify hazards, assess risk, and embed safety practices that protect people and drive business value.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to senior executives and operational leaders, linking operational risk outcomes to business performance.
• Working across the asset lifecycle – from design and build to operations, maintenance, modification, and decommissioning – to improve safety resilience.
• Building tailored solutions aligned with client culture, business needs, and regulatory standards.
• Contributing to thought leadership on PSM methodologies and mentoring junior colleagues.

• Mentorship and collaboration with leading process safety experts.
• A structured talent-development framework, including access to our Consulting Development Academy .
• Competitive salary, medical cover, allowances, disability benefits, a discretionary annual incentive, and flexible work policies.
• Opportunities to work on regional and international projects , growing your expertise and network.

You are a recognised Subject Matter Expert in Process Safety , with deep technical competence in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and extensive experience applying process safety principles in operational environments.

• Extensive practical experience in PHA techniques (HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA) – ideally as a qualified HAZOP Chair or PHA facilitator .
• Proven success implementing PSM systems and risk management in high-hazard industries (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, or similar).
• Operational experience in international companies, with exposure across the full asset lifecycle.
• Credibility from having worked in industry (e.g., operations, engineering, or process safety roles) and, ideally, consulting experience.
• Strong understanding of the risk dimensions of PHA and the ability to present technical findings as clear, actionable advice.
• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills, able to work with both executives and technical teams.
• Organised, analytical, and outcome-focused, comfortable managing complex projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent (MSc or MBA preferred).
• ~15+ years of experience in process safety, operational risk, or engineering.
• Fluent in English (additional languages a plus).
• Willingness to travel extensively.

We are implementers and change-makers. Our passion lies in helping clients solve their most complex challenges and engaging organisations – from the boardroom to the shop floor – to build resilience and sustain improvements. Our industry expertise (in metals & mining, chemicals, oil & gas & energy, power & utilities, agribusiness and consumer goods, industrial & manufacturing, and private equity), combined with our consulting know-how in risk, operations, and sustainability, helps clients turn pain points into actionable roadmaps that deliver real, measurable results. Our transformational solutions in leadership development, operational risk management, operational excellence, and ESG/sustainability are powered by coaching, capability building, culture change, and digital innovation.

Protect. Transform. Sustain.
Join us to make a difference – safeguarding lives, assets, and the environment while building resilient, high-performing operations.

Knauf Cyprus Limited, a building materials manufacturing company, is seeking a junior Chemical Engineer to start their career in the Quality Control Department at our Plant in Limassol.

Job Description

• Inspection of incoming materials
• Quality control during production
• Testing of final products

What we would like you to have

• Degree in Chemical Engineering
• Excellent knowledge of the English language

Skills/Competencies

• Proficiency in Office software
• Knowledge of German is desirable
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Teamwork

What we Provide:

• Competitive Salary
• Private health insurance

What's next?

We value your time and, applying for a new job can be a long process – which is why we are committed to responding to your application as soon as possible.

About ENGIE

ENGIE 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 engineer

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.

The Head of chemical process Engineering will report to the Head of Operational Excellence & Process Safety within the TOS (Technical & Operational Support) team.

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.

• 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 management

Employee Status: Regular

Schedule: Full-time

Primary Location: UAE, Dubai

GBU Renewables

Division: GEN International - GCC

Legal Entity: INTERNATIONAL POWER S.A., DUBAI BRANCH

Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 experience <15 years)

Education Level: Master's Degree

Why this matters to us

Our organisation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request for individuals with disabilities.

We are seeking an experienced Subject Matter Expert in Process Safety to join our growing team. This is a unique opportunity to broaden your professional impact while helping clients achieve safer, more resilient operations.

• You will work with leading organisations to implement world-class Process Safety Management (PSM) practices, focusing on Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and risk management in high-hazard industries.
• Leading design and delivery of process safety solutions within client-engagement teams.
• Using deep technical knowledge to help clients identify hazards, assess risk, and embed safety practices that protect people and drive business value.
• Supporting field-based risk reduction and coaching client teams at different levels to adopt higher standards and strengthen operational discipline.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to senior executives and operational leaders, linking operational risk outcomes to business performance.
• Working across the asset lifecycle – from design and build to operations, maintenance, modification, and decommissioning – to improve safety resilience.
• Building tailored solutions aligned with client culture, business needs, and regulatory standards.
• Contributing to thought leadership on PSM methodologies and mentoring junior colleagues.

You are a recognised Subject Matter Expert in Process Safety, with deep technical competence in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) and extensive experience applying process safety principles in operational environments.

• Extensive practical experience in PHA techniques (HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA) – ideally as a qualified HAZOP Chair or PHA facilitator.
• Proven success implementing PSM systems and risk management in high-hazard industries (Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, or similar).
• Operational experience in international companies, with exposure across the full asset lifecycle.
• Credibility from having worked in industry (e.g., operations, engineering, or process safety roles) and, ideally, consulting experience.
• Strong understanding of the risk dimensions of PHA and the ability to present technical findings as clear, actionable advice.
• Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills, able to work with both executives and technical teams.
• Organised, analytical, and outcome-focused, comfortable managing complex projects.

We are implementers and change-makers. Our passion lies in helping clients solve their most complex challenges and engaging organisations – from the boardroom to the shop floor – to build resilience and sustain improvements.

Our industry expertise, combined with our consulting know-how in risk, operations, and sustainability, helps clients turn pain points into actionable roadmaps that deliver real, measurable results.

We offer a range of transformational solutions in leadership development, operational risk management, operational excellence, and ESG / sustainability powered by coaching, capability building, culture change, and digital innovation.

We strive to create a safer and more sustainable world by providing expert process safety services. Our mission is critical in protecting people, assets, and the environment.

• Develop and implement process safety solutions leveraging extensive technical expertise.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives and operational leaders, linking operational risk outcomes to business performance.
• Work across the asset lifecycle to enhance safety resilience.
• Create tailored solutions aligned with client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to thought leadership on PSM methodologies and mentor junior colleagues.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 15+ years of experience in process safety, operational risk, or engineering.
• Fluent English language skills.
• Ability to travel extensively.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work with leading organizations and contribute to the development of world-class Process Safety Management practices.

Job Title: Head of Chemical Process Engineering Team Lead

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