Principal Process Engineer

Wood PLC; North East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

The successful candidate will be joining project process team(s) and will have responsibility for process delivery across all stages of the design process.

The Process Department in Stockton currently services a wide range of UK and overseas industries in O&G, Refining, Petrochemical, Chemicals, Pharmaceutical, but also working in the power sector and emerging technologies, such as Hydrogen and CCS in the energy transition market.

We are looking for an engineer with the drive and commitment to make a genuine difference to our performance on projects across the full life cycle, from studies through FEED and EPC to ensure that Wood continues to differentiate itself from its competitors by delivering quality projects to our Client's requirements.

Applicants with technical skills and experience in these markets are welcome to apply. Relevant experience in a Process Lead Engineer role would be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Process Engineering services in Studies, FEEDs and EPC Projects
• File process calculations and other documents in the proper manner at the conclusion of design work
• Undertake process design work of units as required, supervise and check work of assigned engineers on the project as appropriate
• Execute process engineering activities within the budget and schedule, as well as maintaining technical integrity of the designs
• Develop the basis of design as the Lead Process Engineer, undertake detailed calculations to develop the design and be responsible for the accuracy of these calculations
• Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used conform with Client's requirements and / or those issued by Wood
• Prepare Process Flow Diagrams, Equipment specifications, Process Descriptions and P&IDs for review and approval
• Be responsible for the checking or approval of process calculations in accordance with Wood procedures
• Ensure a high standard of safety is achieved and Environmental and Quality Assurance procedures are followed
• Perform safety related calculations and provide input to Hazops, SIL and other safety reviews as directed
• Contribute where necessary to review of supplier quotations and reviews of the project 3D CAD model
• Ensure that requirements of Licensor's Secrecy Agreements are known and complied within the work performed
• Participate in technical meetings and handle discussions with Client engineers
• Assist as required in the preparation of Operating Manuals

Qualifications

• Chemical Engineering Degree
• Chartered Chemical Engineer status
• Experience of working on and leading Studies, FEED and EPC projects associated with O&G, refining, petrochemical and chemicals
• Proven core Process Engineering skills, including design experience
• A self-motivated, proactive individual with high achievement drive and initiative, excellent verbal and written communication skills and good organisational awareness
• Ability to impact and influence fellow workers
• Demonstration of customer focus and ability to respond to customer needs whilst achieving project and corporate objectives
• Display analytical and innovation skills to manage new technology
• Demonstrate successful project delivery to take ownership of tasks and understand the impact on other deliverables and disciplines

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.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.