Deputy Technical Manager

3 weeks ago

Houston, United States LyondellBasell Industries Full time

LyondellBasell

Basic Function

LyondellBasell is searching for a candidate to fill the Deputy Technical Manager position at the NZLC Ningbo, China facility. This facility is a Propylene Oxide/Styrene Monomer (POSM) Joint Venture (JV) plant with ZRCC (Sinopec). The assignment is a three year expatriate assignment beginning August 2025. An anticipated start date for the successful candidate is 3rd quarter 2024 to provide training if needed in LyondellBasell systems and processes.

The Deputy Technical Manager position is a LyondellBasell secondee position within the JV with ZRCC. The purpose of the role is to provide guidance to the plant personnel on process safety, plant optimization, maintenance and operating performance as well as manufacturing budgets. The position is titled Deputy Technical Manager but also functions as a POSM technology advisor/consultant for the site.

The position reports to the Manager of the Production and Technical Department at the NZLC facility. The position interface to LyondellBasell is with the Global Process Engineering Intermediates & Derivatives Sr. Manager POSM Technology.

The position provides exposure to the global Intermediate & Derivative business, Asia Licensing team and JV management team. The position requires a strong technical and manufacturing background. It provides development opportunities in the areas of facilitative leadership, business acumen, build partnerships, grow capability and promote inclusion. Since this job interacts closely with Chinese peers on a daily basis, an appreciation of different practices, cultural diversity, and flexibility of the candidate is required.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities
  • Participates in the technical management of the JV, with full access to operating data, maintenance & operating performance and manufacturing budgets, and other information as required to perform duties. Provides POSM technology expertise in these duties
  • Assists management in ensuring that the plant operation is within known process safety limits
  • Assists in the monitoring and reporting of plant performance criteria: yields, energy, catalyst life, catalyst consumption and chemicals consumption
  • Assists in the identification & management of changes required to improve plant performance
  • Assists with planning and execution of process hazard analyses and action item closure
  • Assists in analyzing incidents and troubleshooting
  • Assists in the development of plant modifications and operating plans
  • Assists in turnaround planning, execution and plant shutdown and restart activities
  • Provides development and coaching of the technical team including annual performance appraisals for 8-10 process engineers
  • Responsible for facilitating process engineering project justification, approval and execution
  • Responsible for site process safety systems including MOC, PSSR, Risk analysis, Alarm Management
  • Maintain strict IP and confidentiality requirements in compliance with the JV agreement
  • Provide regular updates on plant status and performance to appropriate LYB stakeholders, including Asia Business team members and POSM Subject Matter Experts; communicate urgent concerns in a timely manner
  • Provide input and support Asia Business team in preparation for bi-annual JV Board of Directors meetings
  • Leads annual technology exchange meeting in compliance with the License Agreement and Technical Service Agreement
Min. Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required

Work Experience

  • Minimum 8 years' experience in the Chemical or Oil Industry in technical, operations, and/or manufacturing support roles; 10+ years' experience preferred
  • Expertise in the areas of Propylene Oxide technology process engineering, manufacturing support or plant operations is preferred
  • Two years leadership/supervisory experience is preferred

Languages

  • English; Ability to communicate in Mandarin is an added advantage

Skills

  • Strong technical knowledge in unit operations and process safety management
  • Proven problem solving ability
  • Good organizational / work planning skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate recommendations and achievements both verbally and written
  • Possess sound judgment and able to interact effectively with the local plant management. This requires an appreciation of cultural differences/practices and flexibility but at the same time, assertiveness with respect to sound engineering and HSE requirements/practices
  • Knowledge of Chinese culture and ability to communicate in Mandarin is an added advantage
  • Experience in a joint venture environment or supporting licensed technologies is a plus

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Competencies Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational/Cultural Fit Technical Skills

We are LyondellBasell - a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn.

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