Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.
We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a Principal Process Engineerto join our team in Melbourne.
This is a project lead engineering role required to supervise a team and provide processengineering subject matter expertise.
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What we can offer
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Competitive remuneration package
Commitment to continued professional development
Global connections
Responsibilities
The key experience and capabilities required for this role are:
Minimum of 15 years post graduate experience with at least 10y in design of oil and gas production facilties of which at least 3yr is in a lead or focal point role
Proven track record in leading small teams of process engineers to meet deadlines within allocated budgets for concept level process design work
Familiar with conceptual level design engineering deliverables covering onshore wellheads WHCPs, and associated well startup and hydrate management systems, flow assurance (developing scopes of work for sizing multiphase lines), integration of new production into existing plant, and estimation of manhours for FEED and Detailed Design phases
Capable of presenting process study findings to client, including evaluations of process options, efficiently driving towards agreement on selection of a single way forward
Familiar with plant and well pad layout and construction issues
Familiar with modern Process Design Quality Management systems and capable of acting as checker and approver of deliverables from the Process team, and of performing interdisciplinary reviews of the deliverables from other engineering disciplines
Capable of guiding the Process team to complete
design, operating and maintenance philosophies
process engineering concept selection studies
HYSYS or UniSim simulations (steady state) and modelling to produce heat and material balances for the client's case map for production combinations over the life of the field
Development of concept level block diagrams,



PFDs and preliminary P&IDs;
Development of preliminary relief system design
Familiar with Process Safeguarding practices for oil and gas production facilities.
Familiar with Process design reviews, risk reviews, andtechnical safety workshops including HAZOP and HAZID
Experienced with providing input to the Materials Group for their estimation of corrosion and erosion rates to permit recommendation of materials of construction for the new systems
Qualifications
What makes you remarkable?
At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team.
The following skills are needed:
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to build and sustain customer relationships
Must convey a professional image with customers
Familiar with applicable industry codes, standards and processes
Relevant Engineering Degree (eligible for full membership of Institution of Chemical Engineers)
Registered Qualified Engineer (Victoria) preferred but not mandatory
Candidates must have full work rights in Australia to be considered for this role.
About Us
Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.
Diversity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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📌 Principal Process Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Wood
📍 Melbourne