Principal Process Engineer

Tecnicas Reunidas; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international engineering firm is offering an exciting full-time opportunity for a Principal Process Engineer in Chennai, India. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing processes, developing optimization strategies, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. A Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Petroleum Engineering is required, along with proven industry experience. Familiarity with process simulation tools and effective communication skills will be advantageous. This role emphasizes innovative solutions for sustainable growth in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Process Engineer in oil and gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of process engineering principles.
• Familiarity with process simulation software.
• Familiarity with process simulation software (Aspen HYSYS, UniSim, PRO/II) and engineering software (AutoCAD, MATLAB).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and evaluate existing processes and systems.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, engineer, and implement process improvements, including equipment upgrades and automation solutions.
• Monitor process data and performance indicators to identify deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to optimize operating conditions and predict performance.
• Develop and maintain process documentation (PFDs, SOPs, equipment specs).
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance for proper execution of process activities.
• Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and decarbonization efforts.

Skills

Process design

Process optimization

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Petroleum Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

AutoCAD

MATLAB

AutoCAD

MATLAB

Job description

Exiting full-time opportunity for Principal Process Engineer.

Candidate shall be organized, motivated team worker and should be proactive, assertive, responsible of his/her own job.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and evaluate existing processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement process optimization strategies to maximize production output while minimizing energy consumption and environmental impact.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments to evaluate the viability and safety of proposed process modifications or new installations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, engineer, and implement process improvements, including equipment upgrades, procedural changes, and automation solutions.
• Monitor and analyze process data, operational parameters, and performance indicators to identify deviations, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct process simulations and modeling to optimize operating conditions and predict the performance of new processes.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including process flow diagrams, operating procedures, and equipment specifications.
• Provide technical support and guidance to operations and maintenance teams to ensure proper execution of process-related activities.
• Stay updated with industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements related to oil and gas production processes.
• Participate in safety audits, incident investigations, and compliance assessments to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory guidelines.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
• Proven experience as a Process Engineer in the oil and gas industry, preferably in upstream or downstream operations.
• Strong knowledge of process engineering principles, including process design, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, UniSim, PRO/II) and engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB) is advantageous.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

About Us:

Tecnicas Reunidas group (TR) is a leading Oil & Gas International Engineering and Construction Company specialized in the design, construction and management of execution of Industrial plants worldwide. We participate in projects related to hydrogen, biomass, biofuels, decarbonization, artificial intelligence, and digitization. Sustainable growth, decarbonization and energy transition are the concepts that represent our culture.