Senior Project Design Engineer

Chevron Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru, India seeks a Senior Project Design Engineer to support design for shale and tight onshore assets, brownfield and greenfield projects, and remote technical support for operations. The role involves producing PFD/PIP, isometrics, and process diagrams, with collaboration across operations, maintenance, and technical teams.

Standard hours align to business needs; the position emphasizes safety reviews and delivery of

Qualifications

• BE in chemical, civil or mechanical engineering from AICTE-recognized university.
• Minimum 3 years of on-site facility experience.
• 8–15 years of Oil & Gas or Petrochemicals experience.

Responsibilities

• Sizing calculations for major process equipment, hydraulics, and relief devices.
• Develop P&ID, process flow diagram, area plot plans, dig plans, and isometrics.
• Support the management of change process for design packages and changes.
• Deliver engineering construction work packages meeting design specifications.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance and Technical functions within Chevron’s assets.
• Participate in safety reviews (HazOps, HazAn) where applicable.
• Manage multiple project deliverables concurrently.
• Provide guidance for technical inquiries and troubleshooting.

Skills

Process equipment sizing

Hydraulics

PFD/PIP development

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, civil or mechanical engineering

Job description

Total Number of Openings 1

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru, India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges.

Senior Project Design Engineer

The Design Engineer is part of the Projects Design Engineering organization within the Chevron ENGINE center. This role provides design support to Chevron’s Shale and Tight onshore assets and is responsible for supporting the analysis and development of engineering solutions for brownfield and greenfield projects. Additionally, this role provides remote technical support for operations, turnaround scope development, and various projects. Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize Chevron and Industry Engineering Standards
• Use a minimum functional objective (MFO) approach and utilize variance process to challenge Chevron standards when appropriate
• Demonstrated skilled proficiency in sizing calculations for all major types of process equipment, hydraulics, pressure relief and PFD and PIP development
• Developing discipline deliverables (e.g. P&ID, process flow diagram, area plot plans, dig plans, isometric drawings)
• Support the management of change process for design packages and associated changes
• Delivery of engineering construction work package meeting the applicable design specifications
• This will require collaboration with Operations, Maintenance and Technical functions within Chevron’s assets
• Participating and contributing to safety reviews (HazOps, HazAn, etc.), as applicable
• Managing multiple project deliverables concurrently
• Provide guidance for technical inquiries, issue technical recommendations, provide equipment and system troubleshooting, improve engineering tools and support the development and improvement of engineering work processes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or civil or mechanical engineering (B.E.) from a deemed/recognized (AICTE) university
• 3 years minimum on site-based facility experience
• 8-15 years of Oil & Gas or Petrochemicals industry experience
• Experience and proficiency in sizing calculations for all major types of process equipment, hydraulics, pressure relief and PFD and PIP development
• Experience executing greenfield and/or brownfield projects in onshore, upstream, oil and gas facilities

What we can offer you

• Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way
• Have the opportunity to take part in world‑leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace
• Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work
• Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well‑being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration
• Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities
• Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well‑being, and work‑life balance
• Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise

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