Senior Offshore Process Engineer – Major Projects (PMC)

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead and coordinate process engineering activities for large-scale offshore upstream projects across all phases, from conceptual studies to start-up. The role emphasizes delivering PFDs, P&IDs, and process design packages while ensuring compliance with international standards.

Extensive offshore oil & gas experience in the Middle East/GCC is essential. The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or process engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant oil & gas experience, offshore focus.
• Experience in Upstream Offshore projects and major EPC/PMC deliveries.
• PME experience in the Middle East/GCC region is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute process engineering activities for upstream offshore projects.
• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, design basis documents, heat and material balances, datasheets, utility summaries, narratives, and relief/flare calculations.
• Conduct simulations, calculations, and design studies with industry-standard software.
• Prepare equipment specifications for separators, compressors, pumps, exchangers, dehydration units and treatment systems.
• Support safety activities including HAZID/HAZOP/SIL/LOPA.
• Review vendor documents and coordinate with mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation and safety disciplines.
• Participate in design/model reviews and client meetings; ensure deliverables meet standards and specifications.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning and start-up; identify risks and mitigation.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers; interface with clients, PMC teams, EPC contractors and vendors.

Skills

Senior engineer leadership

Mentor junior engineers

Cross-functional coordination

Client/stakeholder engagement

Design reviews and workshops

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Tools

Industry-standard process simulation software

Job description

Wood is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead and coordinate process engineering activities for large-scale offshore upstream projects across all phases, from conceptual studies to start-up. The role emphasizes delivering PFDs, P&IDs, and process design packages while ensuring compliance with international standards.

Extensive offshore oil & gas experience in the Middle East/GCC is essential. The ideal candidate will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and