Process Engineer

Kemuncak Lanai Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kemuncak Lanai Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Senior Process Engineer to lead process design activities for oil and gas projects. You will develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, and design calculations aligned with client specs and industry codes.

The role requires 5–8 years’ experience in process design, strong English communication, and the ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Some site work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or equivalent.
• 5–8 years of relevant process engineering/design experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical or Refinery sectors.
• Experience with API, ASME, PETRONAS Standards (PTS), Shell DEP, etc.
• Familiar with process engineering software such as HYSYS and PRO/II; knowledge of FLARENET/FLARESIM is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ITB/tender studies, review client requirements, and prepare clarifications and technical documents.
• Develop process design basis in accordance with project requirements, applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.
• Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations, and equipment data sheets.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

English proficiency

Team coordination

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SmartPlant P&ID

Job description

• Participate in ITB/tender studies, review client requirements, and prepare clarifications and technical documents.
• Develop process design basis in accordance with project requirements, applicable codes, standards, and client specifications.
• Prepare and review Process Engineering deliverables, including H&MB, PFDs, P&IDs, process design basis, equipment data sheets, process calculations, line sizing, hydraulic calculations, PSV/relief system calculations, and control valve sizing.
• Perform and support process simulations and engineering calculations using HYSYS, PRO/II, FLARENET, FLARESIM, and other relevant software.
• Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, and other safety/design review activities and incorporate agreed recommendations.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including Mechanical, Piping, Instrumentation & Control, Electrical, Civil/Structural, and Operations.
• Liaise with clients, licensors, vendors, and third-party consultants on technical matters and resolve process-related issues.
• Prepare and review Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE), vendor technical clarifications, and technical recommendations.
• Support process design reviews, interdisciplinary reviews, client meetings, and technical query resolution.
• Plan and manage assigned Process Engineering activities to meet project schedule, quality, and technical requirements.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve process engineering and design issues with appropriate consultation with the Lead/Senior Process Engineer.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, and site activities, including troubleshooting of process-related issues.
• Ensure Process Engineering deliverables comply with project specifications, applicable codes and standards, company procedures, and quality requirements.
• Independently execute assigned Process Engineering activities and apply engineering judgement to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Interpret and review PFDs, P&IDs, process calculations, engineering specifications, and related technical documents.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Communicate technical matters clearly in written and verbal English.
• Perform other Process Engineering duties as assigned by the Lead/Senior Process Engineer or Process Manager.

Requirements:

• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 5–8 years of relevant process engineering/design experience with an engineering/consultancy company in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and/or Refinery industries.
• Familiar with applicable international codes, standards and client specifications, particularly API, ASME,PETRONAS Technical Standards (PTS), Shell DEP, etc.
• Experience in Greenfield, Brownfield and plant modification projects is preferred.
• Able to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and possess good interpersonal, communication, presentation and technical writing skills.
• Experience in process engineering software such as Aspen HYSYS and/or PRO/II. Familiarity with FLARENET, FLARESIM, heat exchanger sizing/rating and other process engineering software is an advantage.
• Good knowledge and practical experience in preparation and review of typical Process Engineering deliverables, including PFDs, P&IDs, equipment data sheets, process calculations and process specifications.
• Experience in process simulation, line sizing/hydraulic calculations, PSV/relief system design, control valve sizing and equipment sizing is preferred.
• Experience in HAZOP/HAZID, SIL and other process safety reviews is an advantage.
• Experience in Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE), vendor document review and technical clarification with vendors.
• Experience in proposal preparation and tender/ITB activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and SmartPlant P&ID (SPPID) is an advantage.
• Previous experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning activities is an advantage.
• PC literate with good working knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good command of English, both spoken and written.
• Willing to travel and be stationed at project sites when required.
• Preferable immediate joiner or able to join by Oct 2026