SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A top engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to oversee engineering deliverables for major oil and gas projects. Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience, particularly in FEED and Detailed Engineering. This hands-on role involves leading engineers and designers, ensuring compliance with industry standards from major oil companies. Ideal applicants will demonstrate strong expertise in oil and gas gathering systems and have proficiency in process simulation tools.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in process engineering in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong background in FEED and Detailed Engineering.
• Ability to lead process engineers and designers.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering deliverables during FEED and Detailed Design phases.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, and process simulations.
• Ensure proper design of oil and gas processing facilities.

Skills

Oil and gas processing systems

Leadership

Communication skills

Process simulation tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

Aspen Plus

Flarenet

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our engineering team in Abu Dhabi for a major onshore oil and gas project. The ideal candidate will have 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry with strong expertise in oil and gas gathering and processing systems and a solid background in FEED and Detailed Engineering. The role requires a hands‑on professional who can lead process engineers and designers, ensure high‑quality deliverables, and apply best practices in line with ADNOC and major IOCs such as Shell, BP, and ExxonMobil.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the development of process engineering deliverables during the FEED and Detailed Design phases for onshore oil and gas projects.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, process simulations, heat and material balances, process datasheets and line sizing.
• Ensure proper design of oil and gas gathering, separation, compression, dehydration and processing facilities.
• Perform process calculations, sizing of equipment and hydraulic analysis.
• Lead and participate in technical reviews, HAZOP, HAZID, SIL and other process safety workshops.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and designers and coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Ensure alignment with ADNOC, Shell, BP, ExxonMobil and other international standards and client specifications.
• Review and approve vendor documents and design deliverables related to process systems.
• Support procurement, construction and commissioning teams with technical input and resolution of design issues.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in process engineering within the oil and gas industry, specifically onshore projects.
• Strong background in oil and gas gathering and processing systems.
• Proven experience in FEED, Detailed Design and Detailed Engineering.
• Familiarity with ADNOC, Shell, BP, ExxonMobil and other major oil company engineering standards and design philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams of engineers and designers and deliver work within budget and schedule.
• Proficient in process simulation and calculation tools (e.g., HYSYS, Aspen Plus, Flarenet).
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills.

VERTICAL: ENGINEERING