Job description

Wood is recruiting for a Process Engineer to join its Iraq business unit focusing on executing process engineering activities in accordance with applicable HSEQ requirements, project procedures, regulatory requirements, industry codes, and engineering standards. This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement. 
Reports to: Lead Process Engineer

Wood is recruiting for a Process Engineer to join its Iraq business unit focusing on executing process engineering activities in accordance with applicable HSEQ requirements, project procedures, regulatory requirements, industry codes, and engineering standards. This role is a full-time on-site role in Basra, Iraq with travel requirement. 
Reports to: Lead Process Engineer

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Process Engineer to join our Iraq Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects 

Designing the future. Transforming the world. 

Wood has been awarded an Onshore Project to support an International Client operation by providing Brownfield Engineering & Design Services. The Vision of this Contract is to enhance the production & assets integrity across various locations. Team of Engineers and Designers based in Basra and Dubai supports execution of these projects. Projects under this contract focuses on Flare system revamps/re-ignition, Rehab of aging assets, BTEX emission control, Flare Gas Recovery & Replacement/upgrade of obsolete equipment, piping & systems.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq 
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice 
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market 
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment. 
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests 
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession 
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5-year service milestones 

Job Objectives:

As a Process Engineer, you will support the delivery of process engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle. You will: 

• Execute process engineering activities in accordance with applicable HSEQ requirements, project procedures, regulatory requirements, industry codes, and engineering standards. 
• Prepare and review key process engineering deliverables, including design basis documents, BFDs, PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, process simulations, process datasheets, equipment and line lists, process descriptions, and control and safeguarding philosophies. 
• Perform process calculations, equipment sizing, hydraulic assessments, relief and depressurization studies, facility capacity evaluations, and other technical assessments required by the project scope. 
• Participate in site visits, facility walkdowns, field data collection, and as-built verification activities to confirm existing facility conditions and obtain the information required for engineering studies and project execution.
• Identify discrepancies between existing field conditions and available engineering documentation and support the preparation and updating of accurate as-built process documents. 
• Identify and implement improvement to plant facilities, processes, methods of operations and turnaround, troubleshoot for process and equipment problems to minimize safety and quality risk as well as to ensure greater operational efficiency. 
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and other process safety and technical assessments 
• Ensure deliverables are prepared and checked in accordance with applicable standards and project requirements 
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including piping, mechanical, and instrumentation engineers
• Interface with clients, facility operators, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders as required.

Executes Assigned Scopes of Work: 

• Establishes detailed designs and performance specifications to fulfill the requirements of assigned general specifications for components, systems, processes, etc. 
• Plans and carries out successive steps and handles problems with general guidance from instructions, policies and precedents 
• Responsible for meeting discipline cost and schedule requirements in production of dliverables, coordinates own work schedule, and prepares progress reports. 
• Prepares process calculations, simulations, PFDs, P&IDs, datasheets, specifications, reports, technical requisitions, and other process engineering deliverables. 
• Performs process studies, equipment sizing, hydraulic calculations, facility capacity assessments, and evaluation of existing process systems. 
• Participates in site surveys, facility walkdowns, field data collection, as-built verification, and preparation of site survey reports where required. 
• Identifies discrepancies between site conditions and existing engineering documentation and supports the updating of as-built documents. 
• Interprets specifications and investigates difficulties 
• Reviews vendor documents 
• Active participation in design reviews

Process Design and Engineering Studies: 

• Prepare and review BFDs, PFDs, P&IDs, utility flow diagrams, heat and material balances, equipment lists, line lists, and process datasheets. 
• Prepare process design basis documents, process descriptions, operating philosophies, control philosophies, safeguarding philosophies, and shutdown philosophies. 
• Perform steady-state process simulations and other simulations as required by the project scope. 
• Undertake equipment and system sizing calculations for separators, vessels, tanks, columns, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, control valves, restriction orifices, relief devices, and other process equipment, as applicable.
• Perform hydraulic calculations for process piping, pipelines, flowlines, utility systems, relief systems, and flare systems, where applicable. 
• Evaluate the adequacy and capacity of existing process equipment and systems against revised production profiles, fluid properties, operating conditions, and project requirements. 
• Compare engineering alternatives based on process safety, technical performance, operability, maintainability, constructability, cost, schedule, and impact on existing operations. 
• Document the basis, assumptions, calculation methods, limitations, and conclusions of engineering assessments.

Providing discipline expertise: 

• Conducts problem solving in the area of expertise: problems involve new concepts and new and varied problems to be solved that demand technical expertise, investigation and interpretation 
• Develops alternative solutions, identifies risks and benefits 
• Develops solutions to non-recurring problems by appraising, interpreting and evaluating various precedents and data. 
• Exercises professional judgement in selecting and interpreting information and modifying standard methods and procedures 
• In consultancy business areas, may deliver small-scale projects with responsibility for cost, schedule, resource allocation and risk, while working within an established program management plan. 
• Provide technical input and support to proposals as required 
• Provides process engineering support for facility performance, operational troubleshooting, process safety, and plant improvement activities. 
• Coordinates with other engineering disciplines, operations personnel, clients, contractors, and vendors to resolve technical issues.

Working Relationships:

Internal: 

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate across the project / contract interfaces.
• Engage with inter-discipline community and promote discipline including: networking / knowledge sharing.
• Coordinates work efforts and solves technical problems with cooperative individuals 
• Shares opinions, ideas and resources with others to achieve common goals, fosters teamwork and collaboration, builds trust 

External: 

• Establishing and / or maintaining an awareness of external stakeholders including: industry bodies, 
• Academia, vendors, client interface (as appropriate and requested). 
• Builds external relationships, with emphasis on those that facilitate the achievement of job accountabilities, such as relationships with key suppliers, customers and internal/external service providers or contractors

Level of Influence and Decision-Making Authority:

• Actions and decisions typically have a significant influence on the technical results of the project or department.
• Works independently on most aspects of work 
• Works under general supervision: work is assigned in terms of specific objectives and guidelines and is checked for technical accuracy; broad instructions covering generally what needs to be done, limitations, quality and quantity expected, deadlines and priorities are given 
• Additional, specific instructions are given for new, difficult or unusual assignments 
• Unusual matters are refered to more senior authority 
• No direct reports, but frequently serves as a technical resource. 
• May guide and supervise a work group consisting of technical and support staff; looks to supervisor for substantial coaching on people management issues 
• Responsible for meeting own targets which will impact the discipline

What makes you remarkable? 

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.  

Expected:

• ISCED Level 6 Bachelors (minimum) or Level 7 Masters (preferred) Degree in Chemical Engineering or an equivalent relevant engineering discipline.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience 

• Typically requires more than five years of progressively responsible process engineering experience, preferably within the oil and gas energy. 
• Demonstrates practical experience in process design, engineering studies, brownfield modifications, facility assessments, and support to existing operating facilities. 
• Competent in preparing and reviewing process engineering deliverables, including BFDs, PFDs, P&IDs, heat and material balances, process datasheets, equipment sizing calculations, technical reports, and specifications. 
• Able to perform process simulations, hydraulic calculations, facility capacity assessments, and process optimization activities. 
• Experienced in site surveys, facility walkdowns, field data collection, as-built verification, and identification of discrepancies between site conditions and engineering documentation. 
• Proficient in Aspen HYSYS and experienced in the use of PIPENET and Aspen Flare System Analyzer (FlareNet), as applicable to the assigned scope. 
• Proficient in the use of relevant engineering calculation templates and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. 
• Able to understand and interpret technical information, engineering drawings, specifications, datasheets, operating data, and vendor documentation. 
• Working knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, engineering procedures, HSEQ requirements, and project specifications. 
• Experience in process safety activities, including participation in HAZID, HAZOP, LOPA, SIL, and Management of Change reviews, as applicable. 
• Able to coordinate effectively with other engineering disciplines, operations personnel, clients, vendors, and contractors. 
• Maintains awareness of relevant industry practices, technical developments, and emerging process engineering technologies.
• Good command of written and spoken English, with the ability to prepare clear technical reports and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and vendors. 

Personal attributes: 

• Able to communicate clearly verbally and in written form 
• Good interpersonal and team working skills, builds positive relationships with supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients 
• Enthusiastic, conscientious and committed to continuous professional development 
• High level of awareness and commitment to safety in all aspects of daily work. 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Highly motivated and demonstrates personal initiative. 
• Possesses integrity, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and is dependable. 
• Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of projects and assignments. 
• Prepared to take on new tasks and learn new technical subjects and skills. 
• Continuously develops own knowledge and abilities.