Process Engineer

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Process Engineer to lead the engineering scope for a major oil & gas project in Leatherhead. The role involves overseeing design activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating with contractors. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemical Engineering and extensive experience in large-scale projects, particularly with Saudi Aramco.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in large oil & gas projects.
• At least 3 years with Saudi Aramco projects.
• Familiarity with Aramco's standards and procedures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee process design activities and resolve technical issues.
• Review key process deliverables including PFDs and P&IDs.
• Participate in process safety activities including HAZOP and SIL studies.

Skills

Process simulation software

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Technical documentation skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

HYSYS

PRO II

Flare System Analyzer

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Process Engineer

Location: Leatherhead, UK
Contract Duration: Until August 2026
Rate/Package: Negotiable

Project Overview – PMT Scope

This role supports the Zuluf Arabian Medium (AM) Onshore GOSP Expansion Project, which is aimed at expanding processing facilities to directly receive and treat crude oil from offshore platforms, maintaining maximum sustainable capacity as per forecast. The scope includes the addition and upgrade of various key systems such as HPPTs, desanding hydrocyclones, offshore compression, dehydration units, dew point control units, refrigeration, condensate handling, instrument air, and nitrogen systems.

Job Purpose

As a Process Engineer, you will lead and oversee the process engineering scope, ensuring the quality and completeness of all process-related deliverables. The role involves coordination with contractors and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with the project’s technical and execution goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and follow up with contractors on process design activities; resolve technical issues impacting engineering progress.

• Review and comment on key process deliverables including Design Basis, PFDs, P&IDs, and technical specifications.

• Provide process engineering expertise to ensure technical integrity across multidisciplinary activities.

• Ensure compliance with the project scope, Saudi Aramco standards, and relevant specifications.

• Interface effectively with licensors, vendors, and other third parties as needed.

• Participate in process safety activities including HAZOP, LOPA, SIL studies.

• Attend 3D model reviews and ensure design alignment with operational and safety requirements.

• Contribute to formal design reviews (30%, 60%, 90% stages) and ensure corrective actions are captured.

• Identify cost and schedule optimization opportunities.

• Support procurement, inspection, and commissioning planning from a process perspective.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).

• 10–15 years of experience in large/mega oil & gas projects; at least 3 years with Saudi Aramco projects.

• Proven expertise in using process simulation software (HYSYS, PRO II, Flare System Analyzer).

• Experience in steady-state and dynamic simulations.

• Familiar with process deliverables: H&MB, PFDs, P&IDs, MSDs, LDTs, equipment/instrument selection, and hydraulic calculations.

• Knowledge of HTRI/HTFS, tray/packing design, corrosion/material selection, and CFD modeling (preferred).

• Familiarity with Aramco's standards and procedures is highly desirable.

• Strong command of English and excellent technical documentation skills.

• Competent in MS Office and standard process engineering tools.

Key Competencies

• Strong planning and organizational skills

• Analytical and problem-solving mindset

• Proactive approach to safety and design integrity

• Effective communicator and team collaborator

• Ability to influence and support across multicultural teams

• Technical leadership and knowledge integration