Principal Process Engineer

Worley; Dubai; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company seeks a Principal Process Engineer in Dubai. The successful candidate will lead the design and delivery of process systems for water and wastewater projects while ensuring technical quality and mentoring junior staff. This role is critical for projects aimed at sustainable resource management within the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience designing and managing projects in water and wastewater.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of process systems for various projects.
• Interface with internal teams and clients to ensure project success.
• Mentor junior engineers and oversee technical quality of designs.

Skills

Design engineering

Project management

Team leadership

Wastewater treatment

Water treatment

HSE compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Relevant certifications in process engineering

Tools

Industry-specific software for water/wastewater engineering

Job description

Job Description - Principal Process Engineer (DUB00EL) :

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Key Accountabilities :

• Lead and be responsible for the successful delivery of the design of the Process systems for a wide range of infrastructure and oil & gas projects involving treatment of water and wastewater (sewage, industrial effluent and produced water), intakes and pumping stations, utilities, drainage.
• Prepare and oversee the production of engineering deliverables including technical reports, written calculations, design briefs, specifications, data sheets, drawings, schedules, Tender bid evaluations, contract documentation, and the like.
• Responsible for ensuring technical quality, coordination, integrity, cost effectiveness, and profitability of designs produced.
• Follow design guidelines, standards, and procedures to effectively execute assigned work.
• Interface with other members of the design and management team on multiple discipline projects including with the Global Delivery Centres when required.
• Prepare and adhere to assigned budgets and schedules, integrate team efforts, review work, set priorities, identify and resolve issues in a timely manner and communicate status to the Project Manager.
• Interface with external and internal clients and act as a process lead on specific projects.
• Support discipline manager in managing the overall project delivery
• To provide all necessary input to the project control and reporting system, including preparation of manhour estimates, attending review meetings, maintaining the progress report for the discipline, liaising with the project planning engineer for discipline progress planning, and preparing the discipline section of the monthly report.
• Present the design in HAZOP / HAZID / Safety workshops.
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals.
• Technical supervision of project designated engineers and draftsmen in the execution of their duties.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest developments and technical innovations in process engineering.
• Mentor junior members of staff and assist to promote career development within the group.
• Identify issues and problems, develop appropriate solutions, and ask for assistance when required.
• Check compliance with QA / Safety / Environment goals.
• Quality Assurance – Responsible for working within the provisions and guidelines of the Worley Quality Management System.
• Safety – Responsible for personal safety and implementing safe working practices.
• HSE – Understand and follow OH&S procedures.

Job Specific Knowledge :

• Excellent knowledge of applicable local and international standards and statutory and regulatory specifications (British, European and International standards and other construction
• Strong design, engineering, execution, pre commissioning, commissioning experience in Water and Wastewater industry over the whole lifecycle of a project. Experienced in a consulting engineering environment including concept, FEED and Detailed Design.
• Extensive technical and practical experience in in working in multi-disciplinary projects and teams, who will be able to guide clients and project team
• Expert in the equipment selection, design, technologies of the following types of equipment in desalination, wastewater treatment (biological treatment), industrial wastewater recycling, intake, outfalls.
• Experienced in dealing with a variety of clients including developers, government bodies and EPC Contractors.
• Competent in the use of industry software for water / wastewater engineering.
• Identify and evaluate new technology advancements against existing methods and, revise where applicable, to provide more effective solutions.

Job Specific Experience :

Relevant design experience in a wide range of industrial infrastructure / oil and gas projects.

Preference will be given to candidates with :

• Experience working in the Middle East.
• Experience in industrial infrastructure projects with design in Water, Wastewater treatment and Pumping stations.
• Experience in Intake and Outfall, Desalination, Wastewater treatment projects.
• Experience in the design of HVAC systems.
• Experience in port and shipyard projects.
• Experience as a Design Coordinator or Engineering Manager on large multi-disciplinary design projects.
• Experience with managing a team, including annual appraisals, assigning tasks, team building, etc.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.