Senior Process/Process Safety Engineer

Elsa Talent Solutions Sdn. Bhd.; Sabah; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Process / Process Safety Engineer in Malaysia, Sabah to lead technical support for projects focusing on process safety and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including 5 years specifically in process safety engineering. Responsibilities include leading safety studies, optimizing process performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Experience in the oil & gas sector is preferred, along with relevant engineering qualifications.

Qualifications

• Registered Engineer with BEM (for local candidates).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy-related projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead process safety studies including HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and risk assessments.
• Conduct studies to optimize process performance and reliability.
• Review safety documentation such as PFDs, P&IDs.
• Identify hazards and provide risk mitigation recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Provide senior-level technical guidance for various projects.

Skills

Process safety analysis

Troubleshooting

Debottlenecking studies

Technical recommendations

Education

Bachelor degree in Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Process / Process Safety Engineer to provide technical support for upcoming projects, focusing on process safety, troubleshooting, and debottlenecking studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in process safety studies (HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, LOPA, risk assessments).
• Conduct troubleshooting and debottlenecking studies to optimize process performance and reliability.
• Review and support preparation of process engineering and safety documentation (PFDs, P&IDs, safety philosophies).
• Identify hazards and provide technical recommendations to mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company standards, and industry best practices.
• Provide senior-level technical guidance for projects, operations, and specialist studies.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Engineering.
• Registered Engineer with BEM (for local candidates).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in process / process safety engineering and 5 years in troubleshooting and debottlenecking projects.
• Experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy-related projects is preferred.