Lead Process Engineer 2 - Oil & Gas

Sargent & Lundy; Midland (TX); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a senior process engineer to lead multi-project efforts in the oil and gas sector. You will develop heat and material balances, create PFDs and P&IDs, size equipment, and perform hydraulic calculations. Role includes safety reviews, design basis development, and mentoring junior staff.

This hybrid position requires a BS/MS in engineering (ABET), 15+ years in oil and gas, and travel up to 20%. PE license preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• This position requires a BS and/or MS in engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background.
• 15+ years of oil and gas industry experience in midstream and/or upstream.
• Professional Engineering License is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of gas plants and gas processing preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; professional demeanor.
• Ability to travel up to 20% for client meetings and site visits.

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering efforts as lead engineer or senior technical advisor on multiple projects.
• Develop heat and material balance and PFDs/P&IDs for new projects.
• Size equipment and perform hydraulic calculations; support PSV sizing.
• Support safety reviews (HAZOP/PHAs) and PSM activities.
• Develop design basis and process control narratives; coordinate with other disciplines.
• Mentor less experienced designers and engineers; assist in proposals and staffing.
• Support construction, commissioning, and start-up with procedure input.

Skills

Process engineering

Process simulation

Mentoring

Team coordination

Communication skills

Problem solving

Travel flexibility

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

HYSYS

Synergi

VMG Symmetry

ProMax

Job description

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team as the lead process engineer and/or senior technical advisor for multiple projects.
• Develop the heat and material balance for new projects using process simulation tools.
• Create process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform equipment sizing calculations and prepare equipment data sheets.
• Perform detailed hydraulic calculations to determine pipe sizes, control valve sizing, compressor and pump duties, etc.
• Perform facility overpressure protection calculations, PSV sizing, and documentation.
• Lead and/or participate in safety reviews, HAZOP/PHAs, and PSM activities.
• Develop Design Basis for new projects.
• Develop Process Control Narrative document and support Cause & Effect document.
• Maintain effective communication with project team members and with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced designers and engineers (non-supervisory role).
• Participate in the preparation of proposals for engineering services. Support schedule planning for projects including coordinating staffing resources with Process Engineering Manager.
• Perform feasibility/economic studies, conceptual designs, front-end design (FEL), optimization/de-bottle-necking studies.
• Support construction, commissioning, and start-up efforts, draft operating procedures and provide operator training manual input.
• Provide technical guidance and information to mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and project engineering disciplines.

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team as the lead process engineer and/or senior technical advisor for multiple projects.
• Develop the heat and material balance for new projects using process simulation tools.
• Create process flow diagrams (PFD) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Perform equipment sizing calculations and prepare equipment data sheets.
• Perform detailed hydraulic calculations to determine pipe sizes, control valve sizing, compressor and pump duties, etc.
• Perform facility overpressure protection calculations, PSV sizing, and documentation.
• Lead and/or participate in safety reviews, HAZOP/PHAs, and PSM activities.
• Develop Design Basis for new projects.
• Develop Process Control Narrative document and support Cause & Effect document.
• Maintain effective communication with project team members and with clients, vendors, and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced designers and engineers (non-supervisory role).
• Participate in the preparation of proposals for engineering services. Support schedule planning for projects including coordinating staffing resources with Process Engineering Manager.
• Perform feasibility/economic studies, conceptual designs, front-end design (FEL), optimization/de-bottle-necking studies.
• Support construction, commissioning, and start-up efforts, draft operating procedures and provide operator training manual input.
• Provide technical guidance and information to mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and project engineering disciplines.

This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential Skills And Experience

• This position requires a BS and/or MS in engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background.
• 15+ years of oil and gas industry experience in midstream and/or upstream.
• Professional Engineering License is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of gas plants and gas processing preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required as well as a professional demeanor.
• Excellent team-working skills.
• Skills in HYSYS, Synergi, VMG Symmetry, and/or ProMax preferred.
• Able to travel as necessary for client meetings, job site visits, start-up activities, off-site training, industry related conventions/seminars, etc. (up to 20% travel).
• Skills in pipeline hydraulic modeling including dynamic surge analysis.

Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

About Sargent & Lundy

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA
• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$134,546.00 - $205,557.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.