Principal Process Engineer

Job Description

Wood has an opportunity for a Principal Process Engineer to join our team in Qatar on a staff basis. This key role within the Wood Doha office delivers across study, FEED, EPC and PMC scopes of work. The candidate will be responsible for the execution of project work in accordance with the project execution plan, Wood and/or project procedures on safety and quality control, and maintain man‑hour, cost and schedule targets.

• Produce, review, and take responsibility for the accuracy of detailed calculations, process engineering datasheets and drawings to specify project requirements.
• Supervise less experienced process engineers; act as line manager where required.
• Lead process engineering activities and the process team on assigned projects to deliver on schedule and on budget.
• Carry out client‑facing roles, facilitating meetings, workshops etc.
• Support recruitment, training and development of process personnel.
• Understand tender scopes of work and carry out man‑hour estimates and support bid activities.
• Follow company standards and procedures to schedule and budget as advised by the Lead Process Engineer.
• Remain up to date with latest technical developments in your field of expertise.
• Demonstrate, provide and develop appropriate technical solutions for specific project issues.
• Ensure delivery of challenging project and client targets using sound technical knowledge and decision‑making skills.
• Take a proactive approach to personal and professional development.
• Ensure Wood and client HSE and quality procedures are followed and high safety standards are achieved.
• Demonstrate appreciation of commercial and technical risks, managing them appropriately.
• Seek and support opportunities for departmental and project improvement and contribute to developing solutions.

• Degree in Chemical Engineering; desirable to be a member of a relevant professional body.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in Oil & Gas post‑graduation.
• Experience in greenfield and brownfield projects, onshore and offshore, concept through EPC, focusing on upstream.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, high achievement drive, excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to influence fellow workers and deliver customer focus while achieving project objectives.
• Analytical and innovative skills to manage new technology.
• Experience leading/chairing HAZID/HAZOP reviews for small projects is an advantage.

• Proficiency in process simulations using Aspen Tech HYSYS.
• Experience with Pipesim, FLARENet is an advantage.

• Demonstrate experience of recruitment within their discipline, including interviewing, selection and team building.
• Demonstrate experience of working within a small project office, supporting cross‑discipline activities beyond the core discipline.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders in oil and gas and emerging energy sectors.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion across the business.
• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Life insurance: payment of 2 × base salary (max QAR 1 million) upon death.
• End of Service Gratuity in line with Qatar Labor Law.
• Medical insurance up to QAR 250,000 per person per year.
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental, physical, social & financial well‑being.
• Professional membership support.
• Global connections with experts worldwide.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Professional Services