Senior Process Engineer

EHIF; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead and coordinate process engineering for large-scale upstream offshore projects across all phases, from concept through start-up. You will develop PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, and safety studies, while guiding a multidisciplinary team in a PMC environment.

The role requires 15+ years in offshore oil & gas, strong experience in FEED/Detailed Engineering, and delivery of projects in the Middle East/GCC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or Process Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Predominant experience in Upstream Offshore Oil & Gas projects.
• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Process Engineer on major EPC, EPCM, or PMC projects.
• PMC experience is highly preferred.
• Mandatory experience delivering large-scale offshore oil and gas projects.
• Mandatory project experience in the Middle East/GCC region.
• Extensive experience in offshore process facilities including CPPs, Wellhead Platforms, separation, dehydration, and offshore utilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate process engineering activities for upstream offshore oil and gas projects.
• Develop and review process deliverables: PFDs, P&IDs, design basis, heat/mass balances, datasheets, utility summaries, narratives, relief and flare calculations.
• Conduct process simulations and design studies using industry-standard software.
• Prepare equipment process specifications for separators, compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, dehydration units, and treatment systems.
• Support process safety activities including HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and LOPA studies.
• Review vendor documents and engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Piping, Instrumentation, Electrical and Safety disciplines.
• Participate in design reviews, model reviews, workshops and client meetings.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements and international standards.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning and start-up.
• Identify risks and mitigation measures.
• Support project planning and resource management.
• Mentor junior/process engineers and graduates.
• Interface with clients, PMC teams, EPC contractors and vendors.

Skills

Offshore oil & gas

PMC experience

Process engineering

Coordination & mentoring

HSE & safety reviews

Education

BSc in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

HAZID/HAZOP experience

Job description

The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for executing and coordinating process engineering activities for large-scale Upstream Offshore Oil & Gas projects throughout all phases of project development, including Conceptual Studies, FEED, Detailed Design, EPC, Commissioning, and Start-up. The role involves developing process engineering deliverables, supporting multidisciplinary coordination, and ensuring compliance with project specifications, client standards, and international codes. The ideal candidate will have extensive offshore oil and gas experience, preferably within a PMC environment, and a strong track record of delivering major projects in the Middle East/GCC region.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Responsibilities

• Perform and coordinate process engineering activities for upstream offshore oil and gas projects.
• Develop and review process engineering deliverables including:
  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
  • Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Process Design Basis Documents
  • Heat and Material Balances
  • Process Datasheets
  • Utility Summaries
  • Process Narratives
  • Relief and Flare System Calculations
• Conduct process simulations, calculations, and design studies using industry-standard software.
• Prepare equipment process specifications for separators, compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, dehydration units, and treatment systems.
• Support process safety activities including HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and LOPA studies.
• Review and comment on vendor documents and engineering deliverables.
• Coordinate with Mechanical, Piping, Instrumentation, Electrical, and Safety Engineering disciplines.
• Participate in design reviews, model reviews, technical workshops, and client meetings.
• Ensure engineering deliverables comply with project requirements, international standards, and client specifications.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up phases.
• Identify technical risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Support project planning, resource management, and schedule compliance.
• Mentor and guide junior process engineers and graduate engineers.
• Interface with clients, PMC teams, EPC contractors, and vendors on technical matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or Process Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Predominant experience in Upstream Offshore Oil & Gas projects.
• Demonstrated experience as a Senior Process Engineer on major EPC, EPCM, or PMC projects.
• PMC experience is highly preferred.
• Mandatory experience delivering large-scale offshore oil and gas projects.
• Mandatory project experience in the Middle East/GCC region.
• Extensive experience in offshore process facilities including:
  • Central Processing Platforms (CPP)
  • Wellhead Platforms
  • Oil and Gas Separation Systems
  • Produced Water Treatment Systems
  • Gas Compression Facilities
  • Gas Dehydration and Sweetening Systems
  • Offshore Pipeline Facilities
  • Utility and Flare Systems
• Proven involvement in FEED and Detailed Engineering for major offshore projects.