Process Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

Roles in this level have responsibility for planning, prioritizing, executing, and monitoring along entire projects life cycle phases (Pre-Project, Final project, Close-out), in an efficient and systematic manner and according to the QAFCO Projects Methodology, and established QAFCO procedures and specifications and to the Company’s goals and objectives.
As a part of project works, the role holder has the responsibility in analyzing the problems, carrying out root cause analysis & engineering calculations to arrive at the optimum techno-economic solution, prepare tender, carry out technical evaluation, generate the deliverables of the required quality and support for the development and execution of Project.
The role holder has a prime role in coordinating with multiple trades and stakeholders to ensure smooth-running of projects. Compile and provide input to the periodic reports within their area of work, assist the superiors in cost monitoring and control.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the coordination of the capital projects assigned according to the priorities and key objectives, safety, scope of work, schedule, quality, and budget.
• Responsible for forming the project team and stakeholders’ engagement along the entire project life cycle.
• Responsible for the coordination of the entire project cycle from project development (pre-projects – FEL/FEED) till completion (Final project - EPC), and the final and safe handover installation of facilities to proponent following the Engineering Specifications & QAFCO Procedures and in compliance with the QAFCO Projects Methodology.
• Plan work activities, lead and support various project teams and liaison with all the stakeholders to ensure execution of assigned project activities to meet set objectives and overcome challenges.
• Understanding and familiarization with the project proposal, including basis, scope of work and requirements, schedule, and budget.
• Lead and coordinate the effort with project team members for the inputs required to develop the project schedule, review the project schedule and project control team for approval, coordinate and monitor the assigned project’s progress through SAP system.
• Lead and coordinate the effort with inputs required to develop cost estimate leading to funding budget and approval.
• Control and monitor project costs & schedule to ensure project is executed in a timely & cost-efficient manner.
• Responsible for coordinating all activities and preparing presentation for the decision-gate process to present for approval before the respective committees.
• Coordination for the Preparation of Design Basis and Process specifications and develop or compile FEED (Front-End-Engineering) package for tendering process.
• Coordination for the preparation of detailed design drawings, material specifications for procurement, and develop or compile bid packages for tendering process.
• Coordinate Technical Evaluation and recommendations to present before committee for approval to award of contract for various type of contracts i.e.: FEED (Front-End-Engineering), EPC (detail engineering, procurement, and construction), this to ensure high-quality, cost-effective purchases.
• Coordination and review of Vendor documents.
• Project Reporting during project development and execution. This includes lessons learns, Root Cause Analysis, Risk management, changes register.
• Coordinate activities and resolve issues among proponents, project team, contractors, and other parties to allow project development and execution activities to progress according to plan.
• Keep informed of technological developments in the area of responsibility in order to update knowledge, identify and recommend opportunities for increased effectiveness and/or cost reduction.
• Responsible for ensuring proper project close-out phase for the financial aspects, and as-built documentation, following QAFCO projects methodology and established QAFCO procedures.
• Provide technical support to multiple projects, as per the requirement, meeting the required quality of work & schedule.
• Assign tasks, lead and mentor assigned contract resources to ensure the work executed is in line with QAFCO requirements.

Desired candidate profile

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. Having PMP certification will be an advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, i.e.: Process Engineer is a plus, preferably in projects related to Petrochemical and/or Ammonia / Urea manufacturing plants / Utilities, with advance knowledge/ exposure in Project Management.
• Extensive knowledge in all aspects of Process Engineering implementation and execution based on International Standards.
• Proficient in the development of bid packages for procurement, and installation of equipment like i.e.: pumps, compressors, steam turbines, Gas turbines, instrumentation, electrical, and packaged equipment.
• Familiar with the Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Data sheets, Cause & Effect Matrix / Trip & Interlock Logic Diagram
• Understand and prepare project execution plans, interface management, change management, construction and constructability plans, applicability of standards and specifications, and project schedule and strategies for the timely completion of project.
• Should have experience in coordinating small, medium, and large capital projects.
• Familiar with best practices and International Engineering Codes and Standards of the industry.
• Acquires familiarity and experience with all types of Engineering Drawings.
• Familiar with applicability of the Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) on projects.