Process Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Job Description

JAB Recruitment is currently looking to source a Process Engineer on behalf of our Oil and Gas Operator client, based in Aberdeen. This is a PAYE contract, initially maternity cover until 31st March 2026.

Reporting to the Scott Onshore Superintendent, the primary function of this position is the provision of Process Engineering technical operations support and expertise for the Scott platform.

The role is responsible for delivering high quality technical support across a wide range of Process Engineering issues and representing the Scott asset for all Process related issues across the business as directed by asset management.

Responsible for managing multiple operational challenges through effective prioritisation and delegation of tasks to Production Support/Facilities Engineering as required. Ability to communicate key operational issues to asset management in a succinct manner.

You will:

• Deliver high quality technical support across a wide range of Process Engineering issues and represent the Scott asset for all Process related issues across the business as directed by asset management.
• Provide process support to operations on a daily basis to maintain high production and water injection efficiency. Engage with offshore team via morning call and regular contact via collaboration room.
• Coordinate with Production Engineering to ensure optimal conditions for production are fully understood.
• Identify areas for process optimisation and liaise with production operations to optimise production.
• Understand plant operating/design envelope to ensure safe operation.
• Provide support to other areas of the business (HSE&A Group, Facilities Engineering) in support of Engineering Changes and Operational Risk Assessments.
• Conduct investigations into process related plant upsets and implement controls to prevent reoccurrence. Ensure actions are promptly closed out.
• Raise Engineering changes and liaise as required with the Facilities Engineering function.
• Provide input as required to the forward strategy for the platform by identifying future opportunities to either optimise production or minimise Opex spend (Mothballing Equipment etc).
• Provide process engineering support as required to any major Capex projects.
• Raise NOPRAS for non-standard operations and track and engage with Engineering/Operations to expedite close out.
• Provide support to the Production Optimisation team for loss reporting data.
• Support drive to minimise Process Safety Events through providing support to close out Enablon / LEHS actions.
• Provide support as required to offshore team/TAR team as part of onshore readiness reviews and input to the ORR process.
• Provide Operations support as part of process plant trials to optimise production.
• Work collaboratively in teams to develop plans to achieve long term objectives or implement corporate strategies.

You are:

• Experienced with broad engineering exposure, including hands-on operations field environment and interaction with engineering disciplines for project development.
• Able to balance innovation and risk in addressing operational challenges.
• Knowledgeable on performance standards and ensuring the asset is compliant with requirements of the verification scheme.
• Experienced in interacting with engineering disciplines and third-party contractors.
• Strong in initiative and oriented towards continuous improvement.
• Skilled in communication, interpersonal relations, and organisation, with the ability to work in a flexible team environment.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively, effectively navigating cultural, political, and economic challenges.

At a minimum, you have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree qualified in a relevant Engineering discipline.