Process Engineer

Star Services LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas services company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Process Engineer to lead and execute engineering activities for onshore and offshore projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in UAE projects, involved in design, optimization, and safety reviews. Responsibilities include preparing engineering deliverables, conducting process simulations, and ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant projects in the region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in process engineering within UAE oil & gas projects.
• Experience in feasibility studies and concept development.
• Exposure to upstream and downstream operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering deliverables during FEED and Detailed Design phases.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, and heat/material balances.
• Design and optimize oil & gas processing facilities.

Skills

Aspen HYSYS

ProMax

ADNOC standards knowledge

Process optimization

Heat/mass balance understanding

Hydraulics expertise

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical / Process Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Process Engineer

Work Location: Abu Dhabi (with frequent offshore visits as required)

Probation Period: 6 Months

Job Purpose

To lead and execute process engineering activities for onshore and offshore oil & gas projects, ensuring safe, compliant, and optimized design in line with ADNOC specifications and international standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering deliverables during FEED and Detailed Design phases.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, heat & material balances, datasheets, and line sizing calculations.
• Perform process simulations and hydraulic calculations for system and equipment sizing.
• Design and optimize oil & gas processing facilities including gathering, separation, compression, dehydration, flare, and EOR systems.
• Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, and other process safety reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and support vendor technical evaluations.
• Assist in commissioning, troubleshooting, and site engineering support.
• Prepare process philosophies, design basis documents, and technical reports.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Chemical / Process Engineering.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in process engineering within UAE oil & gas projects.
• Experience in feasibility studies, concept development, and pre-FEED activities.
• Exposure to upstream and downstream operations and modular design concepts.

Knowledge & Skills

• Proficiency in Aspen HYSYS, ProMax, and other simulation tools.
• Strong knowledge of ADNOC standards and international codes.
• Experience in EOR systems, flare system design, debottlenecking studies, and process optimization.
• Strong understanding of heat/mass balance, hydraulics, relief sizing, and dynamic simulations.
• Familiarity with process safety reviews, control philosophies, and operational troubleshooting.