Process Lead Engineer

Responsibilities

• In the role of Process Lead Engineer, you are responsible for contributing to the expertise and knowledge within the Process discipline, develop/improve corporate process engineering calculation tools and guidelines and provide support to all ongoing projects executed in our Schiedam office.
• You will work in conjunction with Discipline Manager, Discipline Leads and engineering management to seek continuous improvement in both quality and efficiency of work.
• Other tasks belonging to this role are:
• Take the lead role on proposals and prepare discipline hour estimates for EPC projects
• Lead/attend design review meetings and participate in HAZOP review meetings
• Conduct quality audits for the process discipline in Schiedam and at subcontractor offices, to ensure compliance with Technical Standards, corporate Processes and Work Instructions.
• Evaluating and incorporating project Lessons Learned to improve process engineering guidelines and work instructions
• Act as consultant and mentor to less experienced engineers to ensure knowledge transfer, product memory, and application of best engineering practices.

Requirements

• At least 15 years of relevant experience, incl. conceptual design, FEED and EPC project experience for offshore Oil & Gas projects (preferably FPSO) and at least 4 years of experience as lead engineer.
• Strong knowledge of process engineering and process safety fundamentals as well as preparation of quality engineering documents.
• Collaborate with others to propose/optimize methodologies for engineering activities and working methods to enable fast-track project execution
• Perform activities in compliance with Technical Standards, Engineering Standards, corporate Processes and Work Instructions.
• Furthermore, you have the following skills and experience:
• Capable of managing a large team of process engineers (typically 25 – 30 engineers)
• Capable of coaching and developing less experienced engineers and to guide experienced engineers with changes in engineering methods and work processes
• Development of PFD, P&ID, Equipment Datasheets, Instrument Datasheets, SAFE Charts, Cause & Effect Diagrams and Process Safeguarding documentation
• Knowledge and experience with intelligent P&IDs and Engineering Databases
• Good interface knowledge with related engineering disciplines, i.e. Piping, Instrumentation, Mechanical and Safety & Loss Prevention;
• Conversant with relevant international standards applicable to hydrocarbon processing industry, such as API, ISO, ASME, IEC, etc.
• Familiar with design review methods, such as HAZID, HAZOP, SIL Assessment
• Process simulation experience (using Hysys or UniSim software)
• A pro-active approach and not afraid to take initiative
• Excellent knowledge of the English language in verbal and written communication
• Partner with the Discipline Manager and replace the Discipline Manager when required (deputy role).