Process Engineer (FPSO Gas Compression)

VY SYSTEMS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

VY SYSTEMS PTE. LTD. is seeking a Process Engineer with hands-on experience in FPSO gas compression systems to deliver detailed process design for offshore packages.

You will work across PFDs, P&IDs, PSDs, heat and mass balance, and safety requirements, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include performing Aspen HYSYS simulations, PSV sizing, fire protection hydraulics, datasheets and line lists, and participating in HAZOP/LOPA/SIL studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in detailed engineering of gas compression systems.
• Direct FPSO gas compression experience preferred.
• Knowledge of offshore process engineering principles.
• Proficient in Aspen HYSYS.
• Experience with HAZOP/LOPA/SIL studies.
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, PSDs and Heat & Mass Balance calculations.
• Prepare and review Gas Compression P&IDs and related documents.
• Perform Aspen HYSYS simulations to support design and optimization.
• Size gas compression skid piping, pulsation bottles, scrubbers, coolers and PSVs.
• Prepare PSV sizing, settle-out, and blowdown calculation reports.
• Design fire protection systems and perform hydraulic calculations.
• Develop operating, control and safeguarding philosophies.
• Maintain process datasheets and line lists.
• Prepare and review Cause & Effect matrices.
• Lead and participate in HAZOP, LOPA and SIL studies.
• Evaluate process equipment, packages and instrumentation.
• Participate in design reviews with clients, vendors and teams.
• Work independently with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Offshore process engineering

Aspen HYSYS

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen HYSYS

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a Process Engineer with direct hands‑on experience in the detailed engineering of FPSO gas compression systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering process engineering design activities for offshore gas compression packages, including process design, equipment sizing, safety studies, technical documentation, and multidisciplinary coordination throughout the engineering lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop process engineering deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Safety Diagrams (PSDs), and Heat & Mass Balance calculations.

• Prepare and review Gas Compression P&IDs and other process engineering documentation.

• Perform Aspen HYSYS simulations to support process design, optimization, and performance evaluation.

• Carry out sizing calculations for:

  • Gas compression skid piping

  • Pulsation bottles

  • Scrubbers (including internals)

  • Coolers

  • Pressure Safety Valves (PSVs)

• Prepare PSV sizing, settle‑out, and blowdown calculation reports.

• Design fire protection systems for gas compression skids and perform hydraulic calculations.

• Prepare operating, control, and safeguarding philosophies.

• Develop and maintain process datasheets and line lists.

• Prepare and review Cause & Effect matrices.

• Lead and participate in HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL studies.

• Perform technical evaluation of process equipment, packages, and instrumentation.

• Participate in design review meetings with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Work independently while coordinating with mechanical, piping, instrumentation, electrical, and project engineering teams to deliver engineering solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of recent hands‑on experience in the detailed engineering of gas compression systems is mandatory, preferably for FPSO and offshore oil & amp; gas projects.

• Direct experience in the detailed engineering of FPSO gas compression systems.

• Strong knowledge of offshore process engineering principles and industrial design practices.

• Proficiency in Aspen HYSYS process simulation software.

• Experience preparing process engineering calculations, technical reports, and engineering documentation.

• Experience conducting or leading HAZOP, LOPA, and SIL studies.

• Strong understanding of gas compression equipment, pressure protection systems, and offshore process facilities.

• Ability to prepare process datasheets, line lists, operating philosophies, control philosophies, safeguarding philosophies, and Cause & Effect matrices.

• Experience performing equipment sizing, PSV sizing, settle‑out and blowdown calculations, and fire protection hydraulic calculations.

• Ability to work independently and effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• FPSO Process Engineering

• Gas Compression Systems

• Offshore Oil & Gas

• Aspen HYSYS

• Process Design

• PFD & P&ID Development

• Process Safety Diagram (PSD)

• Heat & Mass Balance

• Pressure Safety Valve (PSV) Sizing

• HAZOP / LOPA / SIL

• Fire Protection System Design

• Process Safety Engineering

• Cause & Effect Matrix

• Process Datasheets

• Line Lists

• Gas Processing

• Offshore Engineering