Job Title: Lead Process Engineer - Offshore Brownfield
Location: London / Middle East - Expat
Type: Long Term Fixed Term
Industry: Oil & Gas
Company Type: Consultancy
Project Phase: Entire Lifecycle
Job Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced Lead Process Engineer with strong offshore brownfield experience to join a leading consultancy supporting major oil and gas developments across the Middle East and UK. This is a great expat opportunity for a technically strong engineer who enjoys delivering value across all phases of complex offshore projects-from early studies through to detailed design and execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver process engineering work across conceptual, FEED, and detailed design phases of offshore brownfield projects.
- Perform and manage process simulations, system modelling, and engineering studies to define modifications or enhancements.
- Prepare and review PFDs, P&IDs, process datasheets, design calculations, and reports.
- Plan and participate in key safety studies including HAZOP, HAZID, SIL, and LOPA.
- Support development of philosophies (operating, control, flare, etc.) and key process deliverables.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, instrumentation, and safety engineering functions.
- Interact with clients, vendors, and third-party contractors to ensure alignment with scope and schedule.
- Support offshore surveys and provide technical guidance during construction and commissioning when required.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering (Master's preferred).
- Minimum 15 years of process engineering experience in the oil & gas sector.
- Strong background in offshore brownfield projects including concept development and detailed engineering.
- Proven ability to lead process studies and manage safety reviews.
- Experience working with consultancies or operators, ideally in the Middle East.
- Proficient in process simulation tools such as Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II, or equivalent.
- Strong working knowledge of international codes and standards (e.g., API, ISO, IEC).
- Excellent communication and report writing skills, with the ability to lead technical discussions.