Lead Process Engineer

Fichtner Consulting Engineers Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Fichtner Consulting Engineers in Bengaluru, India, seeks a senior Process Engineer to lead the design deliverables including PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, and equipment sizing for oil, gas, chemical, and refinery projects.

You will drive FEED and detailed engineering, collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in HAZOP/SIL and risk assessments, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring safety and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering; Master's preferred.
• 15 years of process engineering experience in oil & gas, chemical, refinery & petrochemical sectors.
• Strong understanding of chemical process design, thermodynamics, fluid flow, and reaction engineering.
• Proficiency in simulation software such as Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, ChemCAD, etc.
• Experience handling corrosive chemicals, high-pressure systems, and complex reactions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances.
• Lead FEED, detailed engineering and EPC scope.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and safety teams for integrated design.
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL, and risk assessments; implement safety recommendations.
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting and performance testing of chemical plant.
• Interface with clients to understand project requirements, provide technical solutions, and participate in reviews and bid evaluations.

Skills

Process engineering

PFDs & P&IDs

Process simulation

Safety & compliance

Team mentorship

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Aspen Plus

ChemCAD

ProMax

HTRI

Honeywell Unisim

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Process Design & Engineering

• Develop and review process engineering deliverables including:
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Process Datasheets
• Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
• Heat and material balances
• Equipment sizing and specifications
• Utility consumption and integration
• Perform process simulations using tools like Honeywell Unisim, Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, HTRI, ChemCAD, or ProMax.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (API, ASME, ISO, OSHA, NFPA, SHELL DEPs) and client specifications.

Project Development & Execution

• Lead process engineering scope for FEED, detailed engineering, and EPC projects.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and safety teams to ensure integrated design.
• Participate in HAZOP, SIL, and risk assessments and ensure implementation of safety recommendations.
• Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance testing of chemical plant.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Interface with clients to understand project requirements and provide technical solutions.
• Participate in technical reviews, proposal development, and bid evaluations.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality engineering documents and reports.

Team Development & Mentorship

• Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development.
• Conduct internal design reviews and promote best practices in process engineering.
• Contribute to technical knowledge sharing and innovation within the organization.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all engineering work adheres to quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental norms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in design processes and project execution.

Implement lessons learned and feedback mechanisms to enhance future project outcomes.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelors degree in chemical engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 15 years of experience in process engineering within engineering consultancy services for the Oil & Gas/Chemical/Refinery & Petro-chemical industry.
• Strong understanding of chemical process design, thermodynamics, fluid flow, and reaction engineering.
• Proficiency in simulation and design software: Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, ChemCAD, etc.
• Experience in handling corrosive chemicals, high-pressure systems, and complex chemical reactions.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Exposure to sustainability, energy efficiency, and green chemistry principles.
• Familiarity with digital engineering platforms and process optimization tools.
• Certifications such as Process Safety Management (PSM), Six Sigma, or PMP.
• Strong communication, leadership, and client management skills.