Process - Design Engineer III

Fluor Corp; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Fluor Corp in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to develop deliverables for in-house projects, including PDP, FEED and DEP, while ensuring technical integrity and compliance with SES and international standards.

The role requires ten years of oil/gas or petrochemical process industry experience, strong knowledge of PDP/FEED workflows, and proficiency with Aspen HYSYS/Aspen Plus. A collaborative, safety-focused mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, or chemical process industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Process Design Basis (PDB) and Design Philosophy documents.
• Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Utility Flow Diagrams (UFDs).
• Develop and review Heat and Material Balances (HMBs).
• Lead P&ID reviews and close HAZOP actions with documentation.
• Coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines and vendors to ensure technical compliance.

Skills

Process design

PDP execution

FEED execution

Team coordination

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Aspen Plus

HTRI

AFT

Job description

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role.

Job Description

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing process engineering deliverables for in house projects, including Process Design Packages (PDP), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), and Detailed Engineering Packages (DEP), while ensuring technical integrity and compliance with SABIC Engineering Standards, licensor requirements, and applicable international standards.

• Develop and review Process Design Basis (PDB) and Design Philosophy documents.
• Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Utility Flow Diagrams (UFDs).
• Develop and review Heat and Material Balances (HMBs).
• Perform process simulations using Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, or equivalent software.
• Define operating cases, turndown conditions, start up, shutdown, and upset scenarios.
• Perform process engineering calculations including line sizing, hydraulic analysis, and equipment sizing.
• Develop and review Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Develop process control philosophies, safeguarding strategies, and operating logic.
• Ensure proper implementation of control schemes, interlocks, trips, and alarms.
• Lead P&ID reviews and close HAZOP actions with appropriate documentation.
• Develop Cause and Effect Diagrams, Control Narratives, and Safeguarding Narratives.
• Prepare process datasheets for major static and rotating equipment.
• Define process scope of supply for packaged equipment including compressors, reactors, heaters, refrigeration systems, flare systems, tankage, and utility packages.
• Review vendor, licensor, and contractor documentation for technical compliance.
• Evaluate technical bids and provide inputs to Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs).
• Coordinate with Process Safety, Mechanical, Piping, Instrumentation, and Electrical disciplines.
• Provide engineering inputs including relief and blowdown loads, line lists, process data sheets, and electrical load requirements.
• Manage interfaces with licensors, technology providers, vendors, and contractors.
• Participate in process safety, constructability, and 3D model review workshops.
• Support project proposals, scope development, and man hour estimates for in house engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with SABIC Engineering Standards (SES) and regulatory requirements including RCER and HCIS.

Basic Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, or chemical process industries.
• Mandatory experience in Process Design Package (PDP), Front End Engineering Design (FEED), and Detailed Engineering Package (DEP) execution.
• Strong knowledge of PDP and FEED workflows and project execution methodologies.
• Proficiency in process engineering software including Aspen Engineering Suite, Aspen HYSYS, HTRI, AFT, and equivalent tools.
• Thorough understanding of process control philosophy and safeguarding principles.
• Hands on experience preparing process engineering deliverables for large scale process and utility systems.
• Experience reviewing licensor, vendor, and contractor engineering packages.
• Experience preparing and reviewing project scopes of work, Invitations to Bid (ITB), technical proposals, and man hour estimates.
• Knowledge of flare systems, pressure relief systems, hazardous area classification, and process safety concepts.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards including API, ASME, ISO, and NFPA.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements including HCIS, RCER, and related industry regulations.
• Strong technical problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining accuracy and quality.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.

To be Considered Candidates: Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.