Job Description
The role
We are currently seeking a Bilingual (French & English) Process Engineer, with a strong background in Oil and Gas Process Design to join our team based in Accra, Ghana. The role will be an essential part of the team in the technical delivery of major oil and gas projects locally and across the West Africa Region.
Position Reports to
The Project Manager - Oil and Gas
Primary Purpose of Position
The primary purpose of the role is to provide process engineering support to the Oil and Gas Function. The individual will be responsible for engineering deliverables at design, construction, and commissioning stages of the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and check process simulations, PFDs, HMBs, and PIDs
- Prepare sizing calculations for vessels, pumps, lines, etc.
- Prepare safety valve relief load calculation (as per API standard)
- Prepare design basis, philosophy and control narrative
- Coordinate with other engineering disciplines, vendors and client
- Work will range from conceptual studies through detailed engineering
- Site visits may be required
Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- A minimum of 4 - 7 years’ relevant experience in Oil and Gas Process Design
- Must have a university degree in any of the engineering disciplines (Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering will be preferred)
- Registered or eligible for registration with a recognised Professional Engineering body.
- Proven experience in the Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) industry in designing facilities for Oil and Gas Processing and transportation (pipelines).
- Strong written and oral communication (English and French) skills.
- Able to prioritize workload, meet deadlines and work with minimum supervision when required.
- Ability to Mentor less experienced team members
- Have a working knowledge of Hysys and/or other process simulation software.
- Experience with HAZOP, HAZID and SIL rating studies preferred
- Experience in basic engineering, FEED and detail engineering projects
- Have a valid Passport
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the “Apply Now” link below and follow the prompts.
Only candidates who meet the above minimum requirements will be considered. Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks after application deadline, please consider your application unsuccessful.
To find out more about SMEC, please visit our website at www.smec.com
About the Organization
- Global engineering consultancy with great career opportunities
- Opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects both locally and internationally
- Friendly working environment across the business
About SMEC
SMEC has joined forces with Surbana Jurong to provide global engineering and consultancy expertise in urban, infrastructure and management advisory. Our new partnership has created a talent pool of 16,500 dedicated people working across a network of 120 offices in over 40 countries.
SMEC employs passionate and innovative people who are driven to deliver exceptional outcomes and who want to feel valued in a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We are committed to developing our people. We encourage them to see things differently, to be creative, to push boundaries and to work on a broad range of projects that help build a better future.
Consistently recognized for technical excellence and design innovation, SMEC continues to receive industry awards and accolades from around the world. Engineering News Record (ENR) currently ranks SJ in the top 24 of the ‘2020 Top 225 International Design Firms’.
