Lead Process Engineer

WTS Energy; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks an experienced Lead Process Engineer to manage and deliver process engineering activities across various projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and over 15 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas industry. Responsibilities include leading process design from concept to execution, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role may involve international travel and offers opportunities for technical leadership within the team.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience as a Process or Proposals Engineer in the oil & gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of upstream processes including oil, gas, and produced water treatment.
• Experience with Early Production Facilities and modular equipment packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver all process engineering activities across projects.
• Prepare and review calculations, simulations, datasheets, PFDs, and P&IDs.
• Develop and optimize process designs, adopting new technologies.
• Support proposal cost estimation and evaluate vendor bids.

Skills

Process engineering

Technical leadership

Client engagement

Compliance with industry standards

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

FlareSIM

Flare System Analyzer

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

The Lead Process Engineer is responsible for managing and delivering all process engineering activities across assigned projects, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance with industry standards, and on-time execution. The role requires strong engineering expertise, technical leadership, and the ability to support proposals, design development, and client engagement.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering activities, including preparation and review of calculations, simulations, datasheets, PFDs, P&IDs, and technical reports to meet project deadlines and compliance requirements.
• Review ITTs and develop cost-effective technical proposals, providing fast‑track and alternative solutions that meet client and operational requirements.
• Develop and optimize process designs, adopting new technologies to improve cost, reliability, and operability.
• Support proposal cost estimation, prepare RFQ packages, and evaluate vendor bids and documentation.
• Mentor process engineers and contribute to the enhancement of engineering procedures and documentation.
• Participate in HAZOPs, KO meetings, FATs, and vendor visits; act as the process focal point for internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to operational facilities, including international travel when required.
• Engage with clients to ensure satisfaction with process solutions and support issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, HSE, Code of Conduct, and company standards, actively contributing to continuous improvement.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience as a Process or Proposals Engineer in the oil & gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of upstream processes, including oil, gas, and produced water treatment.
• Experience with Early Production Facilities and modular equipment packages.
• Proven capability in developing process designs from concept to execution, including unit operation selection.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as HYSYS, FlareSIM, Flare System Analyzer, and MS Office.
• Experience conducting vendor document reviews and integrating process packages.

Location

Dubai, UAE