Lead / Senior Engineer, Process Topside

Kintec Recruitment Limited; Klang Municipal Council; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead key projects in Malaysia. This role requires extensive experience in process engineering, with a focus on FPSO/FSO projects. Successful applicants will manage engineering activities, ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and project timelines, while also mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in process engineering (oil & gas).
• Experience on FPSO/FSO projects is essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of industry standards required.

Responsibilities

• Lead critical engineering deliverables for oil and gas projects.
• Plan and execute process simulations and design calculations.
• Mentor engineering teams and review technical documentation.

Skills

Process Engineering

Project Management

Problem Solving

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Process Simulation Tools

Job description

Lead / Senior Engineer, Process Topside

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Office-based with possible site visits)

Contract Type: Long-term project assignment

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Process Engineer to lead and manage critical engineering deliverables on a significant oil and gas sector project. This role requires independent planning, control, and execution of process engineering activities to meet stringent technical requirements, timelines, and budgets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret project specifications, industry standards, classification society, and regulatory requirements to guide engineering efforts.
• Plan and execute process simulation studies, prepare design calculations, and review datasheets prepared by engineering teams.
• Lead and mentor engineers and senior engineers to develop engineering specifications including drawings and datasheets.
• Review and validate engineering documents in coordination with project management and clients before issuing them for procurement.
• Independently evaluate technical bids for process and utility equipment packages, including cost estimation and vendor assessments.
• Review and verify vendor drawings and documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and timely delivery.
• Resolve technical and engineering challenges by analysing data, evaluating options, and implementing solutions.
• Conduct supplier visits and review equipment test results to confirm compliance with specifications; coordinate rectification actions when needed.
• Participate actively in project meetings to address progress, interface, and execution issues, escalating concerns to maintain project timelines.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to achieve project and departmental objectives.
• Provide technical support and advice during construction and commissioning phases; troubleshoot and coordinate resolution of site issues.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 12 years of relevant process engineering experience in the oil and gas sector (for degree holders), or minimum 11 years for master's degree holders.
• Direct experience working on FPSO/FSO projects is essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applicable industry standards, company specifications, and procedures within process engineering.

Software Skills:

• Proficient with MS Office applications.
• Experience with process simulation tools, flare system hydraulics, piping system transient analysis, fire water system hydraulics, and separation vessel performance modelling.