Senior Process Engineer

Leap29; Oslo; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead process engineering design for innovative Oil & Gas and CCUS projects. This role involves developing key deliverables, performing critical calculations, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. You will collaborate with diverse teams, providing mentorship to junior engineers and contributing to the energy transition. Join a dynamic and inclusive team culture that values technical excellence and offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry.

Benefits

Competitive contract rate

Opportunity to work on pioneering CCUS projects

Dynamic and inclusive team culture

Potential for hybrid working arrangements

Strong pipeline of ongoing energy projects

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in process engineering in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong proficiency in process simulation tools and familiarity with Norwegian regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support process engineering design across FEED and execution phases.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Process Engineering

Process Safety

Communication Skills

Technical Mentorship

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Process Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

PRO/II

Job description

Job Title: Senior Process Engineer

Location: Oslo, Norway

Contract Type: Initial 12-Month Contract (with likely extension)

Start Date: ASAP

Experience: 5-10 Years

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support process engineering design across FEED, detailed design, and execution phases, with a focus on Oil & Gas and CCUS projects.
• Develop and review key deliverables such as process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), H&MBs, and process simulations.
• Perform process calculations, equipment sizing, and system optimization for carbon capture units, gas processing, separation systems, and related infrastructure.
• Contribute to HAZOPs, design reviews, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and technology vendors to align technical deliverables and project goals.
• Interface with regulatory bodies and ensure compliance with Norwegian and international standards.
• Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives within the team.
• Support the development of proposals, cost estimates, and schedules for new CCUS and decarbonization projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of experience in process engineering within the Oil & Gas industry, including at least some exposure to CCUS or emissions reduction technologies.
• Strong proficiency in process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II, or similar).
• Familiarity with Norwegian regulations, NORSOK standards, and EU decarbonization frameworks is a plus.
• Solid understanding of process safety, operability, and design for reliability.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver high-quality technical output.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Norwegian is a bonus.

What We Offer

• Competitive contract rate, commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on pioneering CCUS projects and contribute to the energy transition.
• Dynamic and inclusive team culture with technical excellence at its core.
• Oslo-based role with potential for hybrid working arrangements.
• Strong pipeline of ongoing and upcoming energy projects.