Senior Process Engineer - Topside Systems

Kintec Recruitment Limited; Pantai; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm seeks a Senior Process Engineer specializing in topside systems for an offshore project in Kuala Lumpur. You will be responsible for delivering critical process engineering work across the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, extensive experience in the oil & gas sector, and the ability to mentor junior staff. Key tasks include developing technical documents, evaluating suppliers, and participating in safety meetings. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of process engineering experience in the oil & gas industry, preferably in offshore or FPSO projects.
• Proficient with topside process systems and simulation tools.
• Strong familiarity with international design codes and offshore classification standards.

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret project-specific specs, international codes, classification society rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and review design philosophies, technical specifications, and other key process documents.
• Conduct independent evaluations of technical bids and support package engineers in vendor selection.
• Produce essential process documentation including simulation reports and cause & effect charts.
• Solve technical challenges using sound engineering judgment.
• Attend and contribute to HAZOP/safety meetings and close out recommendations.
• Participate in meetings with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Provide process engineering support during construction, commissioning, and offshore phases.
• Capture lessons learned and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Process Engineering

Offshore Projects

Topside Process Systems

Simulation Tools

Technical Documentation

Regulatory Compliance

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Senior Process Engineer - Topside Systems

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Job Type: Permanent

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer with strong topside systems expertise to join a major offshore project based in Kuala Lumpur. This is a key position focused on delivering critical process engineering work across the full project lifecycle-from design to commissioning-on a high-value floating production system.

You'll play an active role in technical design, vendor evaluation, interface management, safety participation, and team mentorship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Understand and interpret project-specific specs, international codes, classification society rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and review design philosophies, technical specifications, PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets, heat and material balances, flare studies, and other key process documents.
• Conduct independent evaluations of technical bids from suppliers and support package engineers in vendor selection.
• Produce essential process documentation including simulation reports, line lists, setpoint lists, utility summaries, and cause & effect charts.
• Solve technical challenges using sound engineering judgment and industry best practices.
• Attend and contribute to HAZOP/safety meetings, explain process system design, and close out recommendations.
• Participate in meetings with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and classification bodies; raise and resolve interface issues to keep deliverables on track.
• Provide process engineering support during construction, commissioning, and offshore phases-including troubleshooting and follow-up.
• Capture lessons learned and document them using internal knowledge systems.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in the team.

Candidate Profile:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical/Process Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of process engineering experience in the oil & gas industry, preferably in offshore or FPSO projects.
• Proficient with topside process systems and simulation tools.
• Strong familiarity with international design codes and offshore classification standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently across multiple engineering work packages.
• Strong communicator, detail-oriented, and team-driven.
• Able to support site/offshore phases when required.