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About the Role

Worley, a global professional services company, is seeking an experienced Chief Process Engineer for its operations in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. This role is integral to partnering with clients on project delivery and asset lifecycle value creation, bridging current energy demands with the transition to sustainable energy sources. The position contributes to both upstream and midstream oil facilities within a full-time capacity.

Role Context and Objectives

This role offers a significant opportunity to lead process engineering strategy and execution. Worley is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace, empowering employees to drive sustainable impact through a culture that values belonging, connection, and innovation. The Chief Process Engineer will play a key part in achieving these objectives by ensuring technical excellence and strategic alignment in process engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process engineering strategy, design, and optimization for upstream and midstream oil facilities.
• Oversee the development and approval of process engineering deliverables, including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), simulations, and calculations.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant industry codes, standards, and client specifications throughout project lifecycles.
• Act as the technical authority, providing expert guidance on process design, safety protocols, and operational performance.
• Provide comprehensive support for project execution across all phases: Front-End Engineering Design (FEED), detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning.
• Drive continuous process optimization, debottlenecking initiatives, and efficiency improvements to enhance asset performance.
• Interface with operations, Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) departments, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Mentor and develop junior process engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Process Engineering is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Extensive experience in the execution of upstream and midstream oil and gas projects.
• Proven track record of leadership and technical authority in managing large-scale projects.
• More than 10 years of relevant experience.

Required Skills and Expertise

• Process Engineering Strategy and Design
• Process Optimization and Debottlenecking
• Development of PFDs and P&IDs
• Process Simulations and Calculations
• Adherence to Industry Codes, Standards, and Client Specifications
• Technical Authority and Leadership
• Process Safety Management
• Project Support across FEED, Detailed Engineering, Construction, and Commissioning
• Advanced Problem-Solving
• Effective Communication and Stakeholder Management
• Process Simulation Software Expertise
• Deep understanding of hydrocarbon processing systems.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.