Principal Process Engineer

Wood is recruiting a PRINCIPAL Process Engineer, who has a vast experience in Oil & Gas business industry, especially in handling contaminants such as CO2, H2S, Mercury, etc in multiple projects to join our Kuala Lumpur Office team to support the Operations APAC (West) engineering activities.

Wood's Operations business delivers brownfields engineering, procurement, construction, optimization, and technical services to the energy (oil and gas upstream and downstream business) & materials sectors within the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. The APAC Region enjoys long-term partnerships with some of the region’s most prominent energy producers, actively supporting operations in Western Australia - Northern Territory, Malaysia and South East Asia. All, united by our common purpose to unlock solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

In this role, you will be reporting directly to the Head of Department (HOD) Process & Tech Safety in the KL Office and potentially will be closely collaborating with our Perth, Western Australia Office and other relevant Wood Offices for workshare and be working across Feasibility and Conceptual/ FEED / Detailed Design/ Execution phase. Your focus will be on:

• Lead the design, optimization and implementation of process engineering solutions for brownfield and greenfield projects, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards;
• Serve as a technical expert (SME – Subject Matter Experts) in process engineering, providing guidance and support to project teams and stakeholders;
• Coaching initiatives for junior engineers, focusing on technical skills, project management and professional development;
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the process engineering team;
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry trends in process engineering solutions.

At Wood you will join an inclusive and diverse global community of inquisitive minds and recognized industry innovators, partnering to create new possibilities.

Suitably qualified with relevant engineering degree (preferably in Bachelor of Chemical Engineering) from an accredited university, with extensive experience in process engineering design, with a proven track record in delivering brownfield and greenfield projects. 

To be considered for this opportunity, you must hold valid work rights to work lawfully in this Malaysian location.

In addition, you will have:

• 20+ years of relevant experience in the offshore / onshore Oil and Gas upstream / downstream industry 
• Registered with professional qualifications body (e.g. Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer status, or equivalent) is preferred, but not mandatory 
• Proficiency in process simulation and design software
• Competent in Technical Process design / environmental requirements, procedures, process regulations and applicable industry codes / standards and responsibilities
• A commitment to nurturing the development of junior engineers and contributing to their career growth
• Ability to manage complex engineering projects and/or multi-disciplinary teams with various offices (work-share projects)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent report writing and oral communication skills
• Intellectually capable, can substantiate the ability to apply theory in a practical context
• Able to demonstrate a level of team working skills 
• Experienced in quality control requirements and quality assurance for engineering work

What will set you apart will be your relevant experience with Brownfields petroleum production/processing facilities.

In return, this role will offer you an opportunity to thrive within a global organization working collaboratively as part of a diverse and inclusive community of inquisitive minds, unlocking tomorrow's solutions to the world's most critical challenges.  Wood encourages applications from Women and Indigenous peoples of Malaysia.

If you are a PRINCIPAL Process Engineer looking for a career opportunity without peer - apply today!

Shortlisting will commence immediately.