Process Monitoring and Optimization Engineer

Responsibilities

• Provide process monitoring and optimization support to Specialty Operations assets to evaluate plant performance.
• Develop, validate, and maintain detailed process simulation models to evaluate designs and operating scenarios.
• Conduct hydraulic analyses, equipment sizing, and capacity checks to support new projects or modifications via the MOC process.
• Monitor process performance and product quality trends to ensure compliance with operational targets.
• Identify opportunities for unit optimization, reliability improvements, and integrity operating window (IOW) responses.
• Revalidate relief load calculations and reassess overpressure protection systems.
• Coordinate and participate in HAZOP studies to manage process safety.
• Provide analytical support for complex troubleshooting and investigation teams.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of process engineering experience in petroleum refinery processes or specialty chemicals technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a similar discipline from an appropriately certified university.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Pro II and/or Aspen Hysys modeling software.
• Familiarity with ASME and API codes and standards.
• Experience with PHA, HAZOP, LOPA, Root Cause Analysis, and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Knowledge of batch, semi-batch, and continuous process units, as well as solids transport and filtration technology.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively across functional groups and at all staff levels.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on world-leading energy projects and advance professional development.
• Access to structured learning, mentorship, and impactful projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace with thoughtfully designed environments.
• Comprehensive benefits supporting health, well-being, and work-life balance.

About the Company

Chevron is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. The Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru brings together global expertise with local talent to enhance agility and technological innovation, helping to solve the world's current and future energy challenges.