Lead Process Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering activities for petrochemical and oil & gas facilities.
• Develop and review process design documents including PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, and equipment datasheets.
• Conduct process simulations using industry-standard software to optimize plant performance.
• Perform process hazard analyses and provide technical input to safety studies (HAZOP, HAZID).
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior process engineers.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve process-related issues.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for quality and compliance with applicable standards.
• Support plant operations teams during commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting activities.
• Identify and implement process optimization opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 18+ years of relevant working experience in petrochemical and oil & gas industries.
• Expertise in process simulation tools (Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of process design standards including API, ASME, and NFPA.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams on large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in developing PFDs, P&IDs, and process calculations.
• Strong understanding of process safety and hazard analysis methodologies.

Benefits

• Competitive tax-free salary package
• Accommodation and transportation allowance
• Annual flight tickets to home country
• Medical insurance coverage for employee and family
• Annual performance bonus
• Paid annual leave
• Professional development and training opportunities

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