Lead Field Process Engineer

Duncan & Ross Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Lead Field Process Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role requires a minimum of 15 years of oil and gas experience, especially in ADNOC projects. You will lead field activities, ensuring engineering compliance, and act as the interface between design and construction teams. Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills are essential, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering. This position aims to maintain project standards and facilitate smooth operations across various teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry.
• At least 8 years in field engineering roles for onshore projects.
• Proven experience in ADNOC projects is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead field process engineering activities to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Act as the technical focal point between engineering design and site construction.
• Review PFDs, P&IDs, and process design documents for construction support.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Process design understanding

Coordination across teams

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Job description

About the job LEAD FIELD PROCESS ENGINEER

We are seeking an experienced Lead Field Process Engineer to join our onshore oil and gas project team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of experience in process engineering, with a strong background in field engineering, designconstruction coordination, and ADNOC project experience.

This role requires a technically strong professional who can act as the interface between the design and construction teams, ensuring engineering intent is maintained throughout project execution while resolving site-related process issues efficiently.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and oversee all field process engineering activities at site to ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and procedures.
• Serve as the technical focal point between the engineering design office and site construction teams.
• Review and interpret PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets, and process design documents to support construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting for process-related issues arising during construction and start-up phases.
• Coordinate and resolve design queries, technical deviations, and field change requests in alignment with project requirements.
• Ensure the proper implementation of ADNOC standards, specifications, and project HSE requirements in all field engineering activities.
• Liaise closely with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, piping, instrumentation, and operations) to ensure smooth project progress.
• Participate in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including punch list review and system handover.
• Support the construction and QA/QC teams in reviewing and validating as-built documentation and red-line mark-ups.
• Prepare and submit field engineering reports, progress updates, and technical assessments as required by the project management team.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with at least 8 years in field engineering roles for onshore projects.
• Proven experience in ADNOC projects is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of process design deliverables and their practical application during construction.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make quick, effective field engineering decisions.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards (API, ASME, ISO, etc.) and ADNOC engineering practices.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams.