Call for Process Engineering Consultant to support Societe Des Huiles - TESSA | Energy Transition, Sustainable Inclusive Economic Growth In Lebanon

Context & Background

Berytech is a leading organization in the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Lebanon, that aims to provide a conducive environment for the creation and development of startups, through incubation, business support, counseling, funding, networking, and company hosting, hence taking part in the economic revival of the country, participating in wealth and job creation, and retaining graduates and high-level skills in Lebanon.  

About TESSA Project

The TESSA Project focuses on enhancing economic performance while championing sustainability. With participating SMEs in sectors such as food processing, healthcare, hospitality, media, and manufacturing, TESSA empowers organizations to embrace green transformation and circular economy practices, creating ripples of positive change across sectors.

https://berytech.org/programs/tessa/Background

Turning used oils into biodiesel consists of two key components:

• A take-back system that collects used oils from our customers and general oil consumers in the Lebanese market.
• A recycling process that converts the collected oils into biodiesel and glycerine

Scope of Work

The Process Engineer will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Process Design
  • Develop a detailed process flow diagram (PFD) and piping and instrumentation diagram (P&ID) for the recovery process.
  • Specify the sequence of operations: mixing, heating, agitation, separation, and oil recovery.
  • Define critical process parameters (temperature, soap concentration, mixing speed, residence time, etc.).
• Material and Equipment Selection
  • Identify suitable materials for equipment to handle oils, waxes, and chemicals (e.g., soap solution).
  • Specify key equipment:
    • Mixers and tanks for emulsification.
    • Heating systems (e.g., steam jackets or immersion heaters).
    • Centrifuges or separators for phase separation.
    • Pumps for material transfer.
  • Ensure compatibility of materials with process chemicals to avoid corrosion or degradation.
• Mass and Energy Balances
  • Calculate material input-output balances to determine the efficiency of oil recovery.
  • Perform energy balances to optimize heating requirements and energy consumption.
• Cost Analysis
  • Estimate the capital and operating costs, including equipment, utilities, chemicals, and maintenance.

Deliverables

• Deliverable 1: Technical Documentation
  • Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and P&IDs.
  • Equipment datasheets with sizing and specifications.
  • Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the oil recovery process.
• Deliverable 2: Mass and Energy Balances
• Deliverable 3: Cost analysis    

  Qualifications

The selected consultant or consulting firm must have the following qualifications:

• At least 5-7 years of experience in process design or engineering, preferably in oil recovery, chemical processing, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in working with industrial equipment like centrifuges, tanks, and heating systems.
• Strong project management and communication skills.
• Ability to conduct training and provide hands-on support.
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Professionalism and Ethics: Adherence to professional standards, confidentiality, and ethical conduct
• Company profile highlighting relevant qualifications and experience
• Use of tools and methods to finalize the consultancy mission with the support of the beneficiary
• Applications to this proposal can be from independent trainers/consultants, Corporate or Agency