Senior Process Engineer

The Chemical Engineer; Sharjah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Senior Process Engineer in Sharjah, UAE. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in Oil & Gas projects, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills and the ability to lead project teams. This full-time position entails participating in complex engineering tasks and maintaining high safety standards. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Benefits

Medical Insurance for inpatient and outpatient care

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

Employee Share Plan

Long Service Award

Qualifications

• 10+ years relevant experience in major Oil & Gas projects, including at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Experience in Oil and Gas projects across their lifecycle, preferably in GCC.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned scopes of work.
• Provide discipline expertise to the business.
• Support and supervise task delegation to the team.

Skills

Oil and Gas project experience

Problem-solving skills

Software proficiency

Leadership abilities

High safety awareness

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Process Engineer to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This is a full-time, office-based role with business trips.

Responsibilities

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Process Engineer to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This is a full-time, office-based role with business trips.

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our Iraq Operations Business. This role is full-time and residential based in Sharjah, UAE.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts, and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise, and asset knowledge to support clients in delivering energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq, providing maintenance, modifications, and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy, and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients and complex projects in Iraq.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business, with employee networks giving all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure market alignment.
• Tailored professional development plans to support your growth.
• Global connections with industry experts shaping standards.
• Medical Insurance for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance, including Life Assurance.
• The Employee Share Plan, allowing you to purchase Wood shares with company matching.
• Long Service Award to recognize loyalty at milestones of 5 years and beyond.

Job Objective

Contributing to technical delivery of engineering excellence through:

• Executing assigned scopes of work.
• Providing discipline expertise to the business.
• Supporting and supervising task delegation to the team.
• Using technical knowledge to perform engineering assignments and produce deliverables, including solving complex problems. Serving as primary discipline engineer or technical authority on small to medium projects.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Executing Assigned Scopes of Work:

• Participating as a team member in specific phases of engineering assignments.
• Preparing documentation for projects.
• Ensuring project completion within budget and schedule.
• Defining engineering approaches, planning, and scheduling work.
• Evaluating problems, organizing investigations, and establishing performance specifications.
• Checking calculations and drawings according to codes and standards; mentoring less senior professionals.
• Adhering to procedures and providing feedback for improvement.
• Participating in audits and incident investigations.
• Performing complex engineering tasks related to major projects.
• Participating in site visits, reviews, and workshops.

Providing discipline expertise:

• Solving problems with innovative approaches and exercising mature judgment.
• Modifying guidelines and devising new solutions.
• Functioning as a technical leader on complex problems or projects.
• Producing innovative ideas and solutions.
• Applying creativity and judgment based on standards and experience.
• Developing solutions for complex technical problems.
• Anticipating and solving potential problems proactively.
• Understanding customer needs and applying technical solutions accordingly.
• Supporting proposals with technical input.

Supporting and Supervising task delegation to team:

• Supervising small teams or advising others in the area of expertise.
• Assisting in managerial tasks like task assignment, planning, and scheduling.
• Discussing priorities with senior engineers.
• Approving work schedules and resource allocation.
• Managing small projects, including cost, schedule, and resources.
• Providing HSSE leadership and ensuring safety compliance.

Working Relationships

Internal:

• Building trust and collaboration across projects and regions.
• Engaging with interdisciplinary teams and promoting knowledge sharing.
• Persuading stakeholders and gaining managerial support.

External:

• Maintaining awareness of external stakeholders like industry bodies and vendors.
• Building and maintaining client relationships.
• Seeking new external collaboration opportunities.

Level Of Influence & Decision-Making Authority:

• Work is goal-oriented within broad guidelines; complex issues are escalated.
• Decisions significantly impact project results.
• Translating standards into practical actions; no direct reports but may supervise teams.
• Accountable for targets; performance reviewed regularly.

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

We welcome all talented individuals, even if you don't meet every requirement, to apply. Collaboration is key to solving critical challenges.

Expected:

• B.Sc. or equivalent in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10+ years relevant experience in major Oil & Gas projects, including at least 5 years in a similar role.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Experience in Oil and Gas projects across their lifecycle, preferably in GCC.
• Pre-FEED, FEED experience required; detailed engineering preferred.

Role-Specific Skills and Knowledge:

• Guidance and leadership abilities for project teams.
• Problem discovery and solution recommendation skills.
• Proficiency with relevant software and standards.
• Knowledge of codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Continuous professional development.

Personal attributes:

• Solutions-oriented, creative, and communicative.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and motivational skills.
• High safety awareness, integrity, and dependability.
• Flexible and proactive.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, operating in 60 countries with around 35,000 employees. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer valuing diversity. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, or other protected characteristics.

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