PROCESS SAFETY ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross is seeking a skilled Process Safety Engineer to support a major oil and gas project in Abu Dhabi. The role involves preparing and reviewing safety studies, developing design philosophies, and ensuring compliance with ADNOC and international standards.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of safety standards and familiarity with tools such as PHAST and PHA-Pro are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in Process Safety Engineering for onshore oil and gas projects.
• Solid experience in FEED, Detailed Design and Detailed Engineering phases.
• Familiarity with ADNOC and major IOC design standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review process safety studies and documentation.
• Develop design philosophies for fire protection and safety.
• Support layout preparation for detection equipment and escape routes.

Skills

Process Safety Engineering

Risk and consequence modeling

Documentation and reporting

Understanding of safety standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PHAST

DNV GL

PHA-Pro

Job description

We are currently looking for a skilled Process Safety Engineer to join our engineering team in Abu Dhabi for a major onshore oil and gas project. The successful candidate will support the development and execution of process safety engineering deliverables during the FEED and Detailed Engineering phases ensuring compliance with ADNOC and international standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and review process safety studies and documentation including:
  • HAZID HAZOP SIL QRA FERA EERA and SIMOPS.
• Develop design philosophies such as:
  • Fire protection hazardous area classification and design safety philosophies.
• Support the preparation of layouts for fire and gas detection safety equipment placement and escape routes.
• Perform risk and consequence modeling using industry-standard tools.
• Ensure incorporation of process safety requirements into PFDs P&IDs and other process documents.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines to ensure safety considerations are fully integrated into design.
• Ensure alignment with ADNOC standards and other major operator requirements (e.g. Shell BP ExxonMobil).
• Participate in safety reviews technical audits and project meetings.
• Support third-party consultants and verify their deliverables when required.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Process Safety Engineering for onshore oil and gas projects.
• Solid experience in FEED Detailed Design and Detailed Engineering phases.
• Strong understanding of oil and gas processing facility safety design and international safety standards.
• Familiarity with ADNOC and major IOC design standards and safety philosophies.
• Experience with software tools such as PHAST DNV GL PHA-Pro or similar.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

VERTICAL:

ENGINEERING