Senior Process Engineer – Oil & Gas

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Process Engineer with solid experience in the Oil & Gas sector to lead our Process Engineering team. The successful candidate will act as the technical reference point, overseeing design activities from FEED through detailed engineering and ensuring high‑quality deliverables.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise process engineering activities for on‑shore oil & gas facilities (off‑shore experience a plus).
• Develop and manage key deliverables such as Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and Heat & Material Balances.
• Size and select equipment including separators, vessels, heat exchangers, pumps and compressors.
• Prepare, review and approve process datasheets, technical specifications, line and equipment lists, utility consumption summaries and operating manuals.
• Lead HAZID, HAZOP and SIL sessions, conduct process safety evaluations and risk assessments.
• Coordinate with piping, electrical, instrumentation, safety and other disciplines to ensure technical consistency.
• Provide advanced technical support during client, licensor and supplier clarification meetings.
• Support construction, pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities as needed.
• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers and contribute to continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field.
• 7‑10 years of experience in process design for Oil & Gas or industrial plants.
• Proven experience in the Algerian Oil & Gas sector and current residence in Algeria.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage an engineering team.
• Strong knowledge of process engineering principles, oil, gas, water‑treatment and utility systems.
• Familiarity with international standards (API, ASME, ISO).
• Excellent command of technical English; Italian is a plus.

Required skills

• Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
• Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
• Heat & Material Balances
• Equipment sizing and selection (separators, vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors)
• HAZID, HAZOP, SIL methodologies
• Process safety evaluation and risk assessment
• Process simulation tools – Aspen HYSYS / Aspen Plus
• API, ASME and ISO standards
• Technical English proficiency