Lead Process Engineer

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets.

We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning.

Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

The Lead Process Engineer is responsible for the technical assurance & compliance of the CONTRACTOR to the COMPANY’s specific discipline scope, process specifications, respective governing codes & standards & industry best practices. To ensure satisfactory levels of HSE performance from Contractor with respect to all engineering activities. To monitor and approve process engineering procedures, plans and schedules for execution of the process engineering work scope associated with the Project. Monitor, witness and approve (as required) contractor and licensor process engineering/design activities for the works. Coordinate and trace all exchange of process documents between IPMT and contractors. Single point of contact with Licensor, contractor and Company regarding process design of the units. Supervises, IPMT process Engineering Team within scope assigned. Provide work direction to, IPMT process Engineering Team within scope assigned. Job Specific Accountabilities Technical Assurance Technical Integrity: Verifying & achieving technical Integrity of respective project deliverable(s) in compliance with: Legislation and Regulatory Commitments. Codes and Standards. Certification. Basis of Design. Monitor and check the EPC Contractor’s technical deliverables in order to obtain the required Quality, with in time and budget. Attend internal progress and engineering meetings as required with the Contractors and Licensors. To supervise and ensure the design works of Vendor and Contractor are in accordance with the scope of work and project technical specifications. Ensure process engineering schedules are consistent with Company overall Project requirements. Support COMPANY in the execution of the works. Attend internal / external Project reviews and other meetings, as necessary. Keep up to date with and adhere to Company and Project related procedures. When required assist Contractors in their interface management. Attend internal progress and engineering meetings as required with the Contractors. Participate in continuous risk analysis of the engineering works. To manage and audit the work of Contractor and ensure that quality and standards are maintained, and costs effective solutions are adopted. Provide support and network with Engineering Manager including the coordination between PMC disciplines Review and provide responses to Technical Queries, Interface Queries and Concession Requests. Identify and analyse negative trends in execution of engineering and initiate corrective actions. To ensure that cost-effective solutions and application of value engineering are applied throughout the duration of Project. To render professional assistance to Project Management, and Project Commercial Group. Review and approve the development of the schedule established for process engineering and to control, monitor and report Engineering Contractors performance against the schedule. Coordinate all communications and meetings with the Contractors regarding process engineering/design requirements as they may arise. Review and approve process engineering activities planned by the Contractor to ensure compliance with the Scope of Work and quality objectives of the project. Leading and coordinating all process reviews with stakeholders within the project. Enforcing the management of project change process. Ensure detail design documentation is developed, implemented and closed-out to the satisfaction of Company. Ensure that the detail design activities are executed in accordance with Company procedures. Ensure that detail designs are in accordance with Project HSE requirements. Stimulate challenges and support the Contractor to strive for easy/simple solutions and to avoid unnecessary delays to the Project schedule(s). To ensure the effective liaison and co-ordination by Contractor between all parties. Ensure that all tasks assigned by the Project Manager are completed on time and within budget. Attend internal / external Project reviews and other meetings, as necessary. Keep up to date with and adhere to Company and Project related procedures. When required assist Contractors in their interface management. Ensure process engineering works are performed to meet project schedules and that completed works are delivered safely and in a timely manner. Support Procurements activities & relevant documents approvals, VENDOR documents approval, physical inspection as required. Support Construction & commissioning activities by involvement in respective Discipline inspections & punch listing activities as applicable for release of respective certifications (DAC/MC,,etc.) Verification of Final discipline specific Documentation & Database at handover & confirm completeness & correctness. Supports Project Control within area with monthly reports, BPSC presentations etc. Process/Engineering Change Management Review of discipline specific Concession requests issued within the CONTRACT, validate the basis of the request & its impact on technical integrity & justification, prior to requesting endorsement from Technical authority. Monitoring & ensuring that discipline specific design change management is being carried out for all respective engineering changes with proper multidiscipline impact assessment & the same is registered & controlled (as & when required). *! Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills Minimum Qualification 4 year bachelor’s degree in engineering is must. Must be fluent in English language (Written & Spoken). Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills A bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent from an accredited university, with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry, including a minimum of five (5) years (preferred) in the GCC region. Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers. ADNOC & Offshore project experience is Required. Process management experience. Through knowledge of industry governing codes & standards. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritize tasks. Moving forward together We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard. And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change. Job Details Company: Worley Primary Location: ARE-AD-Abu Dhabi City Other Locations: ESP-MRD-Madrid Job: Process Schedule: Full-time Employment Type: Employee Management Level: Individual Contributor International Transfer Opportunity: No Job Posting: Jul 15, 2026, 7:00:40 AM Unposting Date: Ongoing Contact Name - Internal: Shweta Bhat Reporting Manager Title: Senior Project Control Specialist