12 Nov, 2024

Principal Process Engineer

Lead Engineer, Process Engineer Biochemicals / Pharmaceuticals

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Wood has an opportunity for an experienced Principal Process Engineer that has previous experience of working across Feasibility Studies and FEEDs, plus EPC and PMC projects. This is an opportunity for you to become a valuable, well-rounded of an experienced team.

Wood is one of the world's leading engineering, procurement, construction and project management companies. We aim to deliver safe and sustainable projects and services for our clients in different fields.

This job offers an exciting and technically advanced approach to value added quality control on a wide range of EPC projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Carry out process design work and related activities as assigned in project
  • Prepare the process deliverables as assigned in project
  • Supervise the work of subordinates as assigned in accordance with the Project organization
  • Assist other disciplines in accordance with Project requirements
  • Participate in design review meetings in accordance with Project requirements
  • Deliver process designs in FEED and EPC projects, identify issues and propose solutions 
  • Undertake process design work and check work on the project as appropriate 
  • Work closely with customers to understand their needs and produce designs and services to meet these needs 
  • Complete technical design work to a high standard using Wood's and Customer design methods, standards and data 
  • Execute process engineering activities achieving budget, schedule and maintaining technical integrity of the designs 
  • Develop the basis of design, undertake detailed calculations to develop the design and be responsible for accuracy 
  • Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used conform with Client's requirements and / or those issued by Wood 
  • Prepare Process Flow Diagrams, Equipment specifications, Process Descriptions and P&IDs for review and approval 
  • Ensure a high standard of safety is achieved and Environmental and Quality Assurance procedures are followed 
  • Perform safety related calculations and provide input to Hazops, SIL and other safety reviews as directed 
  • Contribute where necessary to review of supplier quotations and reviews of the project 3D CAD model 
  • Ensure that requirements of Licensor's Secrecy Agreements are known and complied within the work performed 
  • Participate in technical meetings and handle discussions with client engineers 
  • Assist as required in the preparation of Operating Manuals 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
  • Min 14 years’ experience in FEED or EPC, Petrochemical, Refinery, Oil & Gas or Offshore sectors
  • Must be a Class I licensed Engineer Status (desirable)
  • Experience of working on FEED and EPC projects for energy transition and onshore oil & gas projects 
  • Proven ability to coordinate process teams
  • Experience in developing H&MB, PFD's, P&ID's, MSD's and process equipment / instrument datasheets
  • Experience in Relief and Blowdown calculations
  • Strong experience in Process Simulation (HYSIS / ASPEN / PROII)
  • Process study experience would be beneficial
  • HAZop / SIL experience (chairman or attendee)
  • Process control capability beneficial e.g. Process Control Philosophy, Cause and Effects, etc. 
  • Proven core Process Engineering skills, including up-to-date design experience 
  • Skilled in resolution of technical process design issues 
  • Readily adaptable with excellent verbal and written communication skills and good organisational awareness 
  • Ability to respond to customer needs whilst achieving project and corporate objectives 
  • Display analytical and innovation skills to support management of new technology 
 

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 recognises 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.

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