The Process Design Engineer role will focus on the development, optimization, and technical follow-up of facilities design specification. Initial work assignments will focus on applying process design work processes to enable successful delivery of capital projects at one or more asset(s). Process Design Engineers may also have the opportunity to support projects during detailed engineering follow-up, system turnover, and start-up activities. This person may also have the opportunity to lead the design on portfolio sized projects. 

Key Accountabilities 
Stage 1 / 2 (Planning / Select) 

• Participate in the development of the process facilities basis definition to a Gate 1 and 2 quality
• Provide input to economic analyses of project alternatives
• Apply right scope principles and value improving practices to achieving an optimized capital investment
• Perform equipment ratings, incorporate safety considerations and field verifications, and early equipment sizing. 
• Interface and provide input to cost & schedule estimates, execution basis 
• Provide input and / or develop the FEED plan with the Project Development Manager

Stage 3 (Define) 

• Perform optimization studies, field verifications, and equipment sizing
• Develop the design specification, interfacing with other disciplines to ensure technical qualities and completeness of facilities definition
• Develop and maintain heat & material balances, PFDs and preliminary flow plans / P&IDs
• Support contractors in FEED and design specification development 
• Interface and provide input to cost & schedule estimates and execution plans

Stage 4 (Executive) 

• Provide oversight and quality control on EPC contractor deliverables, identify any deviations to the Design specifications and ensure they undergo the appropriate deviation review and approval process
• participate in and contribute to facilities and systems reviews and resolutions as required, including P&ID, HAZOP, 3D Model, and protective systems reviews
• Participate in field-based activities to support systems completion, turnover, and start-up

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.