Overview

Kent is looking for a Principal/Lead Process Engineer to be based in Woking.

We are seeking to hire a high-calibre Principal/Lead Process Engineer as the Process Department will be one of the key departments in our rapidly expanding UK Engineering Services business that provides Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Design and PMC services in Hydrogen, Carbon Capture, Waste to Fuels as well as traditional energy projects to international clients. We follow a hybrid working model that combines office and remote work, with a requirement to be in the Woking office four days a week.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? It’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.

Responsibilities

• Capable of performing general duties with no direct supervision and within agreed schedules and budgets.
• May undertake discrete specialist studies/technology reviews under supervision.
• Liaises with other disciplines to achieve design consistency.
• Supports the Project Management Team in planning, identifies technical issues that could limit progress and impact project budgets, and interfaces with the client.
• Employs process engineering design for feasibility, concept, FEED, detailed design or EPC projects, typically on a project level with supervision.
• Supervises, reviews and checks the process activities including Process Design Basis, Philosophies, Studies, Heat & Material Balances, PFDs & UFDs, PEDs, Process Systems including P&IDs, Flow Assurance, Relief and Flare Design, Process Datasheets & HAZOP Close Out, identifying and resolving discrepancies with projects/clients.
• Participates in multi-discipline Engineering Design Reviews and provides process engineering input to close actions.
• Identifies a clear scope of work and supervises preparation of the Technical Document Register (TDR). Plans/processes engineering activities and manpower, and provides project controls input.
• Provides support to Procurement including long lead items enquiry: prepares Technical Requisitions, reviews vendor documentation and provides Technical Bid Evaluation support.
• Ensures compatibility with client specifications and recommends cost-effective improvements to equipment selection/specifications.
• Participates in HAZOP meetings with the client and other disciplines.
• Co-ordinates internal and client audits and facilitates audit procedures of engineering systems within the department.
• Contributes to training and development of staff and reviews performance of team members.
• May perform recruitment tasks in identifying qualified engineers and designers; supervises typically between two and ten engineers.
• Travels to other Kent offices, Client offices, vendor workshops, and site visits as necessary.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience

• Master’s degree in chemical engineering
• Chartered Status preferred. Significant related experience in Oil and Gas or Low Carbon Energy Transition projects
• Extensive experience in onshore detailed design projects
• Exposure to Consultancy, FEED & EPC projects
• Knowledge of international equipment specifications and codes
• In-depth knowledge of standard international specifications and codes
• Knowledge of Safety and Quality procedures

Communication

• Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication

Behaviour/ Core Competencies

• Excellent coordination, monitoring and supervisory skills
• Tactful in resolving issues
• Cost awareness
• Proactive approach
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Ability to meet schedules and deadlines; multi-tasking
• Planning and forecasting ability
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Global work share experience

HSSEQ

The employee shall observe Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company, its clients and host country authorities. Kent is committed to a diverse and inclusive community with flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We are a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you during the recruitment process. For accommodations, contact recruitment.uk@kentplc.com.