Senior Process Engineer

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead process engineering and design activities for oil and gas projects. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while delivering high-quality engineering solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in FEED and detailed engineering design, particularly in greenfield and brownfield projects. Join a dynamic and fast-paced environment where your expertise will contribute to innovative and sustainable developments in the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in process engineering with a focus on FEED and EPC design.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards, particularly API and ASME.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review process simulations and optimization studies.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for process-related issues.

Skills

Process Engineering

Process Design

Process Simulation Software

Process Safety Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

ProMax

Pipesim

Flare System Analyzer

Job description

Title:

Senior Process Engineer

Position: Senior Process Engineer

Company: KBR

Project: Corporate Position

Location: Abu Dhabi Operating Center (AOC)

About Company

KBR is a global provider of differentiated professional services and technologies across the asset and program life cycle within the Government Services and Hydrocarbons sectors. KBR employs approximately 38000 people worldwide (including our joint ventures) with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in 40 countries.

Job Purpose

The Senior Process Engineer will be responsible for carrying out process engineering aspects and process design activities for projects at different stages including Conceptual Studies FrontEnd Design (FEED) and Detailed Engineering design for any oil and gas field projects including upstream offshore/onshore oil and gas treating and downstream processing environmentally sustainable developments either greenfield and brownfield. This role involves working as part of a team of engineers to ensure the successful of the projects ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

Job Responsibilities

• To prepare and review process simulations and optimization studies for select / appraise stage projects and prepare Process Flow Schemes with heat and mass balances equipment sizing layout etc. for costing and option selection.
• To perform detailed process engineering work with minimal supervision and generate deliverables including Process Flow Diagram Piping & Instrumentation Diagram Equipment Datasheets Study Reports/Manuals etc. during all design phases including knowledge and interpretation of international standards.
• To review any process design work carried out by third parties (Vendors) other offices and to participate in HAZIDs HAZOPs SIL Hazard Analysis reviews and audits.
• To technically and positively interact with Client both verbally and in writing.
• To actively train and encourage the development of UAE national staff to fulfill process engineering roles providing onthejob training.
• To understand the requirements of the office quality and safety systems and ensure these requirements are met.
• To collaborate with other disciplines and contribute for meeting overall project delivery on time in an efficient and safe way.

Functional Responsibilities

• Maintain process engineering standards and best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for processrelated issues.
• Ensure timely delivery of process engineering deliverables in accordance with project schedules.
• Support procurement activities by providing technical input for equipment selection and vendor evaluation.
• Participate in commissioning and startup activities providing technical support as needed.

Technical Skills

• Extensive experience in FEED and Detailed Engineering design for offshore/onshore greenfield/brownfield projects.
• Proficiency in process simulation software (e.g. Aspen HYSYS Flare System Analyzer ProMax Pipesim Pipenet others).
• Strong knowledge of process safety management and hazard analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g. API ASME ISO).
• Familiarity with local Client (ADNOC) standards.
• Experience with process control systems and instrumentation.

Soft Skills

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Problemsolving mindset with a focus on innovation and efficiency.
• Adaptability to changing project requirements and priorities.

Qualifications

• Mandatory:Bachelors degree in engineering (Chemical Process or related field).
• Preferred:Masters degree in engineering (Chemical Process or related field) and/or membership of internationally accepted applicable professional Institute.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in process engineering within engineering Contractors with a focus on FEED and EPC design for upstream onshore/offshore greenfield/brownfield projects.
• Experience of working on ADNOC projects is required.

Work Environment

The role will be based in Abu Dhabi office requiring collaboration with local and international teams. The work environment is dynamic and fastpaced necessitating flexibility and a proactive approach to challenges.

Required Experience:

Senior IC