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Recruit123 is seeking experienced Process Technology / Plant Engineers (Chemical) for upcoming opportunities within Singapore's chemical and petrochemical sectors. The role involves supporting process optimization, plant reliability, and operational efficiency at manufacturing facilities. Candidates should possess relevant technical expertise in chemical process engineering. The position offers a salary of approximately SGD 8,000.

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Job description

[This job id 29218 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 02 Sep 2026]

[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.

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