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Job Description: Lead Process Engineer
Position Title: Lead Process Engineer
Company: KBR Corporate – Inhouse Engineering
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE — KBR Office
Job Purpose
Lead the process engineering discipline for FEED and Detail Engineering projects within the Oil & Gas sector.Ensure technical integrity, safety, and cost-effective solutions across front-end and detailed design stages.Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and robust deliverables to meet project schedules and client expectations.Drive process engineering optimization, risk assessment, and adherence to applicable standards and regulations.Key Responsibilities
Lead the process engineering workpack development for FEED and Detail Engineering, including PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, and equipment specifications.Own process design basis, design criteria, and datasheets for process equipment (towers, reactors, exchangers, pumps, compressors, etc.).Perform and supervise process simulations, steady-state and dynamic analysis, and utility integration studies.Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, IEC, NFPA) and regulatory requirements.Manage technical interfaces with other disciplines (mechanical, civil, electrical, instrumentation) and third-party vendors.Conduct risk assessments (HAZOP, CHAZOP, SIL, LOPA) and participate in safety reviews and design for operability/maintainability.Review, approve, and issue technical deliverables (Reports, MOC/Change notes, query logs, design change requests).Mentor and develop junior/process engineers; support staffing, training, and performance reviews.Develop and manage execution plans, man-hour estimates, and budgets for process scope.Ensure quality assurance and documentation practices, including drawing standards, datasheets, and requisition packages.Support field construction and commissioning activities as needed, including punch lists and as-built documentation.Stay abreast of technological advancements and implement value-added solutions.Experience
Experience: 15 years of experience in FEED and Detail Engineering and EPCM experience in the Oil & Gas industry.ADNOC EPC/PMC experience are highly preferredDemonstrated track record of delivering FEED and detail design projects from concept through completion.Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's of Engineering in a related field.Professional membership or relevant certifications (e.g., PE/Chartered Engineer) are a plus.Certification in process safety (e.g., PSM, HAZOP lead) is advantageous.Technical Skills
Proficient in process simulation and design software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, Aspen Plus, Shell Baan, or equivalent).Strong knowledge of PFDs, P&IDs, process datasheets, and equipment sizing.Familiarity with FEED deliverables, change management, and document controls.Experience with utility integration, refrigeration cycles, heating/cooling utilities, and energy optimization.Knowledge of process control concepts and instrumentation fundamentals.Understanding of piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID) standards and DIN/ISO conventions.Ability to perform mass and energy balances, process optimization, and safety reviews.Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.What We Offer:
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.