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Senior Process Engineer

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This job is a Senior Process Engineer role at Petron Malaysia, where you'll lead a team to enhance refinery operations. You might like this job because it combines technical expertise with leadership, driving sustainable energy solutions in a growing company.

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Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

"At Petron, we are not just in the business of oil, we are also in the business of fueling lives."

Petron Malaysia is an emerging and rapidly evolving Asian oil company. It is part of Petron Corporation which is the leading oil company in the Philippines. Our integrated refining, distribution, and retailing of world-class petroleum products help meet the country’s growing energy needs and contributes to a more progressive nation.

We are dedicated and passionate about our vision - As a progressive oil company in Malaysia, we aspire towards a sustainable energy-secured nation where everyone's journey is fueled by opportunities for meaningful experiences.

We are seeking dynamic & innovative individuals who have the drive to make a difference & are fueled to succeed!

Role Summary

We are seeking a seasoned Process Engineering professional to lead and drive operational excellence within our refinery. This leadership role is responsible for supervising engineering teams, optimizing plant performance, and steering strategic initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency across refinery operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a team of Process and Process Design Engineers to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
  • Oversee plant performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and process optimization to maximize throughput and energy efficiency.
  • Drive feasibility studies, process design, and project development focused on hazard elimination and continuous improvement.
  • Champion refinery performance initiatives including energy efficiency, oil loss reduction, structural upgrades, and technology planning.
  • Coordinate capital budgeting, project appropriation, and reappraisal activities in alignment with business goals.
  • Ensure engineering designs are safe, practical, cost-effective, and compliant with safety-critical standards and risk assessments.
  • Support long-term business planning including 5-Year Plans and strategic refinery initiatives.
  • Provide technical leadership during major operational events such as turnarounds, startups, shutdowns, and catalyst regeneration.
  • Conduct performance appraisals, career development planning, and coaching for engineering staff.
  • Represent the Process Engineering section in technical committees and ensure alignment with refinery safety and management systems.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in refinery operations or downstream facilities, including exposure to key process units such as distillation, catalytic cracking, hydrocracking, hydrotreating, and coking.
  • Proven leadership in engineering roles. 
  • Strong initiative, leadership qualities, and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Effective communicator in both English and Bahasa Malaysia (spoken and written).


Thank you for your application! We’re thrilled that you’d like to join Petron and we appreciate your interest in the position. 

Please note that due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 


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Company Benefits

Career development

We are seeking high performing talents who are dynamic and innovative, with the drive to make a difference and are fuelled to succeed.

Leadership culture

Learn from our excellent team of professionals as you get to grow your career and become one of our brand ambassadors!

Exciting job opportunities

We offer a dynamic range of internships and full-time positions in Business Support, Finance, Commercial, Human Resources, Retail, etc.


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Petron Malaysia is an emerging and rapidly evolving Asian oil company. It is part of Petron Corporation which is the leading oil company in the Philippines. Our integrated refining, distribution, and retailing of world-class petroleum products help meet the country’s growing energy needs and contributes to a more progressive nation. As an Asian company with a global mind set, we look forward to becoming an integral...