Senior Process Engineer (Design)

Dhafir Technologies L.L.C.; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An EPC company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Process Engineer with over 10 years of experience in oil tank farms and refinery modifications. You will lead process design, ensure compliance with standards, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver engineering solutions. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering and has expertise in API, ASME standards, and Aspen HYSYS.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of EPC process design experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, leadership skills.
• Proficiency in API, ASME, NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead process design for projects ensuring compliance.
• Conduct process simulations using Aspen HYSYS.
• Review vendor documents for compliance.

Skills

Process design

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering

Master’s in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Job description

An EPC company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Process Engineer with 10+ years of experience in oil tank farms, refinery modifications, and NGL projects. The role involves leading process design, ensuring compliance with international standards and ADNOC specifications, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, heat & mass balance, and process data sheets.
• Conduct process simulations and hydraulic calculations using Aspen HYSYS or similar simulation software.
• Prepare and review process specifications, control philosophies, and safety studies (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL).
• Design storage tanks, pipelines, separators, pumps, compressors, and flare systems.
• Ensure seamless integration across mechanical, piping, instrumentation, and electrical teams.
• Review vendor documents for compliance with project specifications.
• Provide technical support during procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of EPC process design experience (storage tanks, pipelines, NGL, refinery modifications).
• Strong knowledge of API, ASME, NFPA, ADNOC AGES, and IEC standards.
• Expertise in HAZOP, LOPA, and process safety management.
• Proficiency in Aspen HYSYS and other process simulation tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Exposure to THSE is an added advantage.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented, technically proficient professional who thrives in fast-paced, multidisciplinary oil & gas projects.