Senior Process Engineer

Role Overview

Senior Process Engineer at Wood PLC, supporting the ADNOC Sour Gas Project within the Operations EMEA Business Unit.

Company Overview

Wood provides solutions and expertise across EMEA to support a growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications, and engineering services across the energy and materials markets. The company operates across three regions: UK, Norway, and the Middle East and Africa.

Role Purpose

Oversee the design, operation, and maintenance of rotating equipment, ensuring performance, reliability, and compliance with industry standards for a high-profile client on the ADNOC Sour Gas Project.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Analysis

• Prepare and review process design specifications, data sheets, and process drawings including PFDs, P&IDs, DPTDs, and PSFS.
• Review and analyze process engineering requirements.
• Prepare and review basis of design and undertake detailed calculations to develop the design.
• Take responsibility for the accuracy of design calculations.
• Carry out process simulation using HYSYS, Flare System Analyzer, PipeNet, and Pipesim.
• Prepare heat and material balance calculations.
• Carry out equipment sizing, line sizing, pump hydraulics, and safety relief calculations.
• Produce process calculation reports.

Engineering Studies

• Carry out dynamic simulation studies, transient studies, surge studies, and Minimum Metal Design Temperature (MDMT) studies.
• Carry out depressurization studies, flare load estimation, and flare system design.

Standards and Quality

• Ensure design is carried out as per industry standard practices and in conformance with the quality management system.
• Participate in PHA, HAZOP, and other safety reviews.
• Assimilate the evolution of new products and technology and update knowledge on the latest international standards in engineering design practices and their applications.

Team Leadership and Development

• Mentor and engage in the training and development of junior engineers in the team.
• Manage the team of engineers and designers and deliver the engineering requirements of the project when assigned as Senior Discipline Engineer on projects.

Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

• Make independent decisions in the planning, organizing, and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Identify issues that impede project progress and report to Lead Engineer and Discipline heads.
• Assist Project and client teams for decision making.

Proposals and Tenders

• Provide support on tender or proposal development as per client standards, international codes, and project scope of work.
• Assist in the preparation of project proposals and pre-qualification documents related to Process engineering design.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry.
• Previous experience in Sour Gas projects.
• Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards.
• Preferred: Work experience in major offshore brownfield projects.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in process simulation software: HYSYS, Flare System Analyzer, PipeNet, Pipesim, and OLGA.
• Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across the business.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews.
• Medical Insurance: Inpatient and outpatient medical care.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: Company-provided Life Assurance cover.
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• Employee Share Plan: Opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company.
• Long Service Award: Recognition at 5-year service milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans.
• Global connections: Join experts around the world shaping industry standards.
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing knowledge and gaining exposure to existing and emerging energy systems.
• Wood welcomes applications from talented individuals who may not match every statement but possess relevant experience, knowledge, or skills for the role.