Principal Process Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood is presently looking to hire a Principal Process Engineer for our Engineering team in Abu Dhabi. Below are more details about the role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead and supervise Process Engineering Teams in Feasibility, Conceptual Studies, Pre-FEED, FEED and EPC Projects.
2. Undertake process design work of units as required, supervise and check works of assigned engineers on the project as appropriate.
3. Execute process engineering activities within the budget and schedule, while maintaining technical integrity of the design.
4. Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used conform with Client's requirements and/or those issued.
5. Be responsible for the checking or approval of basis of design, process calculations, safety related calculations to develop the robust design.
6. Review and approve:
   1. Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, PSFS, DPTDs
   2. Equipment & Instrument specifications
   3. Process Descriptions, cause, and Effect chart.
7. Review and approve dynamic simulation study, transient study, surge study, Minimum Metal Design Temperature (MDMT) study, etc.
8. Review and approve depressurization studies, flare load estimation and flare system design.
9. Ensure a high standard of safety is achieved and Environmental and Quality Assurance procedures are followed.
10. Review and approve safety related calculations and provide input to HAZOP, SIL and other safety reviews as required.
11. Identify new methodology of work process required for higher productivity.
12. Contribute where necessary to review of supplier quotations and reviews of the project.
13. Ensure compliance with Licensor's Secrecy Agreements in the work performed.
14. Participate in technical meetings and handle discussions with client engineers.
15. Identify issues that impede project progress and report to Project Managers, Engineering Manager/Discipline heads.
16. As Lead Discipline Engineer, manage the team of engineers, designers, and deliver the engineering requirements of the project.
17. Be willing to mentor and engage in the training and development of junior engineers in the team.
18. Assist project team in the preparation of planning package, scheduling, weekly reporting, etc.
19. Assist as required in the preparation of pre-commissioning, commissioning procedures and operating Manuals.
20. Provide assistance in Manhours estimation and scheduling for proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry, including a minimum of five (5) years (preferred) in GCC region.
Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position in mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers and Engineers.
Proficient in Process Simulation software such as HYSYS, Flare System Analyzer, PipeNet, Pipesim, OLGA, etc. and should be a subject matter expert.
Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software.
Experience of working in a multi-project/multi-disciplined environment throughout all engineering and design phases of projects.
Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage.

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects, and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.