Lead Process Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity for a Lead Process Engineer to design, analyse, and optimise process systems across major offshore developments.

You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure process designs are safe, efficient, and compliant with industry standards while supporting fabrication, installation, and commissioning activities.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, contributing to high-profile projects, and collaborating across disciplines, this role offers technical exposure, career growth, and the chance to make a real impact in offshore oil and gas operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and optimise process designs, including P&IDs, datasheets, and process calculations
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, client requirements, and industry standards (API, ISO, BS, EN)
• Perform process simulations, material and energy balances, and safety studies
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP, and risk assessments
• Coordinate with mechanical, piping, instrumentation, and other disciplines
• Support procurement and vendor technical queries for process equipment
• Prepare process documentation for construction, installation, and commissioning
• Provide technical input into feasibility studies, cost estimation, and detailed engineering
• Mentor and guide junior process engineers
• Ensure all work adheres to company HSE, quality, and design management standards

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree or HND/HNC in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in offshore oil and gas process engineering
• Strong knowledge of process design, simulations, and safety standards
• Experience producing P&IDs, datasheets, process calculations, and process documentation
• Familiarity with process modelling and design software (Aspen HYSYS, PDS, Aveva, or similar)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Professional, collaborative, and able to work with multidisciplinary teams
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and capable of managing multiple priorities

What’s in it for you

The offshore oil and gas sector offers challenging, high-profile projects with strong career development opportunities. You will gain hands-on experience with complex process systems and contribute to safe, efficient offshore operations.

• Competitive contract rates
• Exposure to technically complex offshore oil and gas projects
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
• Hands-on involvement in design, installation, and commissioning
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and innovation

Company Overview
 
Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and technology solutions for offshore oil and gas, delivering high-profile projects worldwide. Known for technical excellence and innovation, they provide safe, high-quality, and sustainable solutions across all phases of offshore developments.

Their culture encourages collaboration, curiosity, and professional growth, giving engineers the opportunity to lead challenging projects and advance their careers.