Lead Process Engineer (Oil & Gas)

Quick Facts

• Role: Lead Process Engineer (Oil & Gas)

• Focus: Lead process engineering and technical advisory across multiple projects

• Work setup: Hybrid; in-office 3 days per week

Description

Lead process engineering and/or senior technical advisory for multiple oil & gas projects as part of a multidisciplinary team. Own core process design activities including heat and material balance using process simulation, deliverables (PFDs, P&IDs), equipment sizing, hydraulic calculations, and overpressure protection/PSV sizing. Participate in safety reviews (HAZOP/PHAs, PSM), develop design basis and process control documentation, and provide technical guidance and mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Develop heat and material balance for new projects using process simulation tools

• Create PFDs and P&IDs

• Perform equipment sizing and prepare equipment data sheets

• Conduct detailed hydraulic calculations (pipe sizing, control valve sizing, compressor and pump duties)

• Perform overpressure protection calculations and PSV sizing and documentation

• Lead and/or participate in safety reviews (HAZOP/PHAs) and PSM activities

• Develop Design Basis for new projects

• Develop Process Control Narrative and support Cause & Effect documents

• Communicate with project teams, clients, vendors, and contractors

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers (non-supervisory)

• Support proposals and coordinate staffing for engineering services with the Process Engineering Manager

• Conduct feasibility/economic studies, conceptual design, FEL, and optimization/de-bottlenecking studies

• Support construction, commissioning, and start-up; draft operating procedures and contribute to operator training manuals

• Provide technical guidance across mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, civil, and project engineering disciplines

• Travel up to 20% as needed for client meetings, site visits, start-up activities, and training/conferences

Requirements

• BS and/or MS in engineering from an ABET-accredited program with strong academic background

• 10+ years of oil and gas experience in midstream and/or upstream

• Professional Engineering License required

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• Strong teamwork skills

• Ability to travel up to 20%

• No U.S. work authorization sponsorship for this position

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Life and accident insurance; disability coverage; Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Back-up daycare

• FSA & HSA

• 401(k); pre-tax commuter account

• Employee referral bonus; tuition assistance; First Professional Licensure Bonus

• Paid personal/sick time, vacation, and paid holidays; paid parental leave and bereavement leave

• Flexible work arrangements

• Employee discount program and corporate charitable giving program

Compensation

Base salary range: $118,023 - $180,313. Individuals may be eligible for a yearly discretionary bonus.

Technology & Innovation

Appropriate use of technology to improve work quality and efficiency is encouraged. Experience with AI/automation/programming is valued where relevant but not required unless specifically identified.