Global engineering, procurement, construction and project management firm delivering mega‑infrastructure worldwide.
Lead Process Engineer overseeing design, simulation, and delivery of complex energy projects.
2 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
50,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Procurement
Construction
Project Management
Master Planning
Commissioning
Startup & Operations
Sustainability Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Nuclear
Security
Environmental
Water
Civil Site Works
Energy Transition
Chemical Weapons Demilitarization
Role
Description
process simulation
pfd development
equipment sizing
alarm setpoints
relief calculations
team leadership
Takes the initiative to coordinate the detailed design development of a system with other engineering disciplines while managing workload and meeting schedule due dates.
Leads engineering teams – has engineering direct reports and organizes the team’s work and deliverables to meet project goals, coaches and mentors the direct reports on the team, conducts performance reviews and holds career development discussions.
Developing and/or checking Process Flow Diagram (PFDs) and Utility Flow Diagrams (UFDs) being able to explain selected flow configuration.
Manages and leads complex technical discussions with third parties (customer, licensors, suppliers and regulators) in order to facilitate appropriate technical decisions.
Executes process engineering deliverables according to a set engineering design criteria utilizing Bechtel’s approved engineering procedures, practices, and standards.
Development of alarm and trip setpoint and process safety time calculations.
Scope baselining, identifying changes from contracts and carrying out change management procedures as per project’s and Bechtel’s procedures
Determines engineering scope and set up an engineering work plan for the process engineering discipline on complex projects for Pre-FEEDs, FEED’s and detail design phases.
Development of offsites and utility design including consumptions and the overall utility summary.
Manages teams of process engineers and be responsible for the delivery of project deliverables (PFDs/UFDs, HMB, equipment sizing, selection and specification, PSVs and flare system sizing and specification, etc.) within the agreed job hour budgets and schedules.
Developing and checking calculation of equipment sizes including vessels, columns, heat exchanger requirements, and packaged equipment specifications.
Identifies issues (problems, value improvement opportunities) and helps clarify areas of complexity during all phases of the engineering design work.
Development of relief load narratives, relief load calculations, load summaries and relief valve datasheets.
Developing and/or checking overall plant and unit simulations using standard process simulation programs (HYSYS, Pro/II, UniSim, ProMax), including development of H&MBs.
Requirements
15+ yrs
chemical eng
professional license
process simulation
feed
leadership
At least 15 years of experience in the Energy Transition, Petrochemical and / or Oil and Gas industry.
Extensive experience with major regulations and industry codes and standards affecting standard design, quality, or processes
Understand multi-disciplinary technical issues and be able to provide innovative technical solutions to resolve these issues.
Extensive experience in relief calculation methodologies and industry codes and standards applicable to pressure relief design.
Extensive Process Engineering experience in EPC and/or operating industry, with many complex lead roles undertaken
A recognized master’s degree in chemical engineering from an accredited college or university with a professional license in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board.
Proven track record of leadership in a group supervisor role and strong familiarity with Bechtel’s own work processes and standards
Excellent knowledge of technical theory, engineering principles, good engineering practices and how to apply them for design execution
Pre-FEED, FEED and PMC experiences in related types projects
A strong understanding of chemical engineering principles of heat transfer, vapor-liquid equilibria, mass transfer and thermodynamics, and their general application to process design.
Demonstrated experience in process simulation and automation.
Knowledgeable in process design of equipment, including vessels, columns, heat exchangers and package process specifications for equipment and control valves.
Extensive relevant industrial experience in multiple types of units/processes required such as: Natural gas processing including liquefaction and regasification, Coal, gas, or biomass to chemicals such as methanol and ammonia, Petrochemicals such as HDPE, LDPE, MEG, PET, PTA, PVC, Carbon capture and sequestration, Solar and/or combined cycle power plants, Hydrogen value chain including reforming, liquefaction, transportation, and fueling stations, Offshore and onshore pipelines, Desalination, raw water, demineralized water, and wastewater treatment plants, Familiarity with current process technologies and licensors associated with the above.
Experience with process configuration and optimization studies to increase product yield, reduce utility consumption (steam, power, cooling water) and reduce/mitigate flare loads.
Attendance and input at major reviews such as PFD/P&ID reviews, HAZOPs, and 3D model reviews. Representing the process engineering discipline and being able to explain process design questions to clients and other disciplines.
Experience in executing Middle Eastern projects, brownfield experience and familiarity with Aramco standards and specifications is highly desirable
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Company
Overview
1935
Hoover Dam Completion
The Hoover Dam stands as a landmark of early infrastructure innovation and engineering prowess.
560 vessels
WWII Shipyard Production
During WWII, the firm produced over 560 ships, significantly contributing to the war effort.
$17B
Annual Revenue
Operating at a scale of over $17 billion annually, it ranks as a major player in the construction industry.
25,000+
Global Projects Completed
Across 160 countries and all seven continents, the firm has delivered tens of thousands of infrastructure solutions.
The firm began building railroads and dams in the American West and grew into a pioneer of mega-projects.
Post-war, it laid massive pipelines across the Middle East and ventured into nuclear power, building the USA’s first commercial plant.
Its projects include Boston’s complex “Big Dig” tunnel, the Channel Tunnel, and Intel megafab campuses.
It operates in global markets across Energy, Infrastructure, Manufacturing & Technology, Mining & Metals, and Nuclear/Security/Environmental sectors.
Typical projects include highways, bridges, ports, airports, LNG plants, data-centers, environmental cleanups, and nuclear facilities.
Culture + Values
Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects.
We live for a challenge – make our customers’ ambitions a reality; adapt quickly and always look for a better way.
We do the right thing – exercise the highest level of integrity and ethics; create a positive legacy through purposeful and sustainable projects.
We take care of each other – safety and well-being above all; treat each other with the utmost respect.
We succeed together – embrace our differences, seek diverse views, and listen to understand; foster a deep sense of belonging.
We build trust – develop lasting 'One Team' relationships with our colleagues, customers, and partners; hold ourselves accountable to deliver excellence.
Environment + Sustainability
50% by 2030
Fleet Emissions Reduction
Aims to cut fleet emissions by half by 2030, targeting major Scope 1 and 2 fuel-related emissions.
Net Zero 2050
Emissions Goal
Committed to achieving net zero emissions across all Scopes by 2050.
Developing and implementing formal climate action plans on all reportable projects to reduce and manage emissions.
Testing hybrid/solar light plants, hybrid generation with energy storage, hybrid dozers/excavators, electric trucks/ATVs, and telematics to reduce idling.
Created CleanBuild™ 2.0 tool to predict project carbon footprint including embodied and operational GHG emissions.
Training global supply chain team in net-zero practices, engaging suppliers, and evaluating alternative concrete materials.
Collaborating with equipment manufacturers to accelerate next-generation hybrid and electrified construction equipment.
Participant in Corporate Coalition for Innovation & Technology toward Net Zero (CCITNZ) alongside GE, GM, Honeywell, Invenergy and others.
Inclusion & Diversity
900 Colleagues
Completed MARC Program
A large number of colleagues have successfully completed the MARC gender equity program.
150+ Participants
Women@Bechtel Conference 2022
The conference gathered over 150 in-person participants and hundreds more remotely, showcasing its global reach.
260 Female Professionals
Engineering & Safety Roles
Prominent female workforce involved in engineering and safety roles, highlighting gender diversity.
Top 100 Inclusive Workplaces
2022 Recognition
Recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Inclusive Workplaces in the U.K., reflecting strong diversity efforts.
Achieved ISO 30415 certification for Diversity and Inclusion, the first construction company in the U.K.
Participates in eight Business Resource Groups, supporting inclusivity and diversity.
Received national certification in Chile (NCh3262) for addressing gender pay gaps and workplace issues.
Launched Boundless@Bechtel in 2023 to enhance disability inclusion.