Chemical Process Engineer

Fabrum; Christchurch; Remote; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional fees paid by Fabrum

Free Flu Shots

OCP Employee Support Network

Monthly all-hands lunches

Job summary

Fabrum, based in Christchurch, NZ, is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to design and deliver innovative process engineering solutions for gas production, liquefaction, storage and delivery systems. You will work across the full engineering lifecycle, from technical specs to project delivery, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance clean energy and cryogenic technology.

You will develop PFDs, P&IDs and process specifications, perform calculations and modelling, and support sales

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Chemical/Process Engineering or closely related field.
• Experience in process engineering design in gas, energy, or industrial environments is preferred.
• Familiar with process safety concepts, hazard identification and relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop process engineering designs for gas production, liquefaction, storage, reticulation and dispensing systems.
• Prepare technical documentation including PFDs, P&IDs and process specifications.
• Perform engineering calculations, modelling and problem solving.
• Support sales and project teams with technical specifications and solutions.
• Participate in hazard assessments and mitigate safety and environmental risks.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
• Ensure designs and documentation meet industry standards and project requirements.

Skills

Chemical/Process Eng

Process engineering design

PFDs & P&IDs

Process safety

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Job description

Fabrum has built a reputation of pioneering world-first technologies in cryogenics and hydrogen solutions, fuelled by our exceptional R&D capabilities. Now, we're leveraging that innovative passion to take our solutions to the world.

Headquartered in Christchurch, we lead the world in industrialized small to medium scale liquefaction systems and composite cryogenic vessels. We deploy end to end liquid hydrogen solutions globally across heavy transport, mining and aviation markets. Our core competencies include hydrogen production, storage, dispensing and system integration. We have a presence in international markets for liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen and LNG solutions with customers ranging from animal husbandry to hi-tech research institutions, manufacturing and defence.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Chemical Process Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering innovative process engineering solutions across gas production, liquefaction, storage and delivery systems.

This is a hands-on technical role where you'll work across the full engineering lifecycle, from developing technical specifications and process designs through to supporting project delivery. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute directly to pioneering solutions in clean energy and cryogenic technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop process engineering designs for gas production, liquefaction, storage, reticulation and dispensing systems
• Prepare technical documentation including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and functional descriptions
• Perform engineering calculations, computational modelling and technical problem-solving
• Support sales and project teams in developing technical specifications and solutions that meet customer requirements
• Participate in hazard assessments, identifying and mitigating process safety and environmental risks
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineers to deliver integrated engineering solutions
• Ensure designs and documentation meet relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements and project specifications
• Drive continuous improvement across engineering processes, systems and ways of working

Key Skills & Experience

• Qualification in Chemical or Process Engineering, or a closely related discipline
• Experience in process engineering design, ideally within industrial gas, energy or process environments
• Strong understanding of process engineering principles, calculations and design methodologies
• Experience preparing technical documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs and process specifications
• Ability to identify and solve complex technical problems and deliver practical, well-considered solutions
• Understanding of process safety, hazard identification and relevant engineering standards
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams, suppliers and customers

Nice to Have

• Experience in industrial gas production, liquefaction or cryogenic systems
• Exposure to hydrogen production, storage or dispensing technologies
• Experience with process simulation or computational modelling software
• Familiarity with hazard assessment methodologies and process safety studies
• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering project environments
• Exposure/knowledge of the IEC 60079 series of standards

Why Fabrum?

• Professional fees paid for by Fabrum
• Free Flu Shots
• Access to OCP – An Employee Support Network
• Monthly company lunch "all hands" meeting

Small, agile, and pushing big boundaries, Fabrum is pioneering the future of clean energy through world-leading hydrogen and cryogenic technology.

We engineer with precision, design with a "less is more" mindset, and deliver on what we promise every time.

Join our team and realise your potential to make a real impact. We're searching for passionate individuals eager to contribute their skills and experience.