Lead / Principal Process Engineer

Human Craft; Fujairah City; On-site; AED 300,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable organization in the petrochemical sector is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to manage projects in the UAE. The candidate must have a Master's degree in Process or Chemical Engineering and at least 15 years of experience in downstream engineering. Responsibilities include project scope development, process design, and communication with engineering contractors. This contract position offers an initial duration of 12+ months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in downstream process engineering.
• Deep knowledge of petrochemical and refining technologies.
• Excellent communication skills and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Represent the client in petrochemical and refining projects.
• Coordinate with engineering contractors and licensors.
• Implement safety and environmental compliance measures.

Skills

Process design

Optimization

Industrial engineering principles

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Process or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen PIMS

Aspen Plus

HYSYS

Job description

Overview

Fujairah, UAE, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 11/04/2025

Industry: Hard Commodities / Petrochemical & Refining

Recruitment: On behalf of our UAE-based client, Fujairah, UAE

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of our UAE-based client, a reputable organization in the hard commodity sector.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Client in a world-class, grass-roots petrochemical and refining project in the UAE from early engineering design through FEED and EPC.

Scope and Documentation

• Develop the project scope of work and Basis of Design. Provide detailed process inputs and compile ITB packages for pre-FEED and FEED phases. Evaluate bidding proposals and actively participate in the selection of engineering contractors.

Technology and Licensing

• Contribute to the pre-qualification and assessment of technology providers and process licensors.

• Review and analyze Preliminary Design Packages (PDPs), Basic Design Packages, and supporting study reports.

Coordination and Communication

• Maintain effective communication and coordination with international engineering contractors and technology licensors throughout the design phases.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring clear cross-functional integration and timely resolution of technical issues.

Documentation Review

• Review, comment on, and approve process-related documentation including BFDs/PFDs, process philosophies, design basis documents, specifications, drawings, and layout plans.

Process Design and Analysis

• Provide process inputs for large-scale petrochemical plant design, including process selection, plant configuration optimization, equipment/material specifications, and safety/environmental compliance analysis.
• Use advanced process simulation software (e.g., Aspen PIMS, Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar) to perform design calculations and simulations for both ISBL and OSBL facilities.
• Input into the design of other disciplines and participate in risk assessments, developing strategies to mitigate potential process-related issues.

Project Execution

• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure the timely delivery of engineering packages and services.
• Participate in project reviews and workshops, ensuring the design is inherently safe and meets quality standards.

Leadership and Reporting

• Act as the process/technical lead within cross-functional teams, contributing to decision-making and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Prepare and present detailed technical reports and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.

Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate flexibility for international travel, manage communications across multiple time zones, and ensure cultural sensitivity when working with diverse teams.
• Utilize project management tools and best practices to track project progress and deliverables.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree in Process or Chemical (Petrochemical) Engineering.
• Experience: A minimum of 15 years of experience in downstream process engineering, ideally in large-scale or international petrochemical/refining projects from conceptual design to EPC.
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of petrochemical and refining technologies, including experience with licensor’s PDP, and the design of ISBL and OSBL facilities.
• Strong proficiency: in process design, optimization, and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience with process simulation software: (e.g., Aspen PIMS, Aspen Plus, HYSYS, or similar).
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with international standards and UAE National regulatory requirements related to safety, environmental compliance, and quality.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to manage complex technical problems and deliver innovative solutions.
• Communication and Leadership: Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead interdisciplinary teams.
• Language Requirement: English, Arabic is a strong plus
• Additional Qualities: International experience, flexibility for travel, and proficiency in using project management methodologies and tools.
• Employment Type: Contract – Initial Duration 12+ Months