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Solar Energy Engineering SpecialistDivisionUpstream Process Engrg DivPosition DescriptionWe seek an
experienced Engineering Specialist to work with the Process & Control Systems Department/Upstream
Process Engineering Division. The Upstream Process Engineering Division provides engineering expertise
in the processing of natural gas and light hydrocarbons, production and stabilization of crude oil and
simulation of pipelines and processes.Minimum RequirementsB.S. degree (Advanced Degree preferred)
in Electrical/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with 10 years experience in the field of solar systems
design, operation and development, as well as energy systems optimization.
Experience Includes the Following:
The candidate should have an extensive knowledge of solar technology and its application including
power generation, cooling and desalination.
Ideally the candidate should have a broad experience in both Photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal (SCP)
applications and systems components.
The candidate should have the field experience of evaluating and designing solar systems.
Also, the candidate should have an in depth knowledge to identify the potential applications of solar
systems.
A background in solar power generation, including knowledge of the economics and financial aspects of
the industry, is preferred.Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe candidate will be:
* Provides expert advice and assistance to Company organizations, outside vendors, manufacturers, and
design firms on matters relating to solar energy .
* Originates and carries out engineering studies to determine potential problems and resolve complex
technical problems in the area of solar energy.
* Develops and maintains Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards and Design Best Practices, Design
Manuals or other documentation to enhance company profitability, safety and to document the
company experience in the area of solar and renewable energy.
* Evaluate new solar and renewable energy new technology and develop strategic map for R&DC.
* Evaluates and introduces best practices and new technologies from all over the world to help the
Company achieve Best in Class positions in energy efficiency.
* Works on or with Task Forces assigned to conduct energy assessment. Undertakes special assignments
requiring extensive technical experience and discretion when dealing with outside organizations.
* Conducts seminars in the area of solar and renewable energy with personnel in other Engineering
organizations. Writes papers for peer-reviewed journals on engineering studies and projects he has
overseen.
* Provides engineering leadership to others assigned to assist him. Acts as a professional mentor to less
senior specialists and engineers.
* Promotes a learning environment and implements self-development to maintain and improve expert
status within his engineering specialty.About UsThe Engineering & Project Management (E&PM)
business line studies, plans and oversees the construction of the Company’s new facilities, including
some of the biggest and most complex projects in the petroleum industry. Recently, Saudi Aramco
completed the largest capital program in its history that included new or expanded oil, gas and
petrochemical facilities, raising maximum sustainable crude oil production capacity to 12 million barrels
per day and significantly increasing gas production and processing capacities. Among the recently
completed projects was the largest crude oil increment in the history of the industry: Khurais, with a
production capacity of 1.2 million barrels per day. More challenges lie ahead, with a slate of new or
expanded oil, gas, refining and petrochemical projects in the works. E&PM also manages the Company’s
Research & Development Center where scientists investigate topics such as the desulfurization of crude
oil, advanced fuel formulations for next generation combustion engines, and reservoir nano-scale robots
(Resbots™) for injection into reservoirs to record their properties.
