Location: Aberdeen (Office-Based, Monday–Friday)
Contract Type: Ltd Company Contractor Preferred
Duration: Minimum 12-Month Contract
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
Our client is a major UK North Sea operator currently undertaking the early-stage planning of a significant offshore decommissioning programme. As part of a rigorous and transparent planning process, they are actively evaluating the most appropriate decommissioning arrangements for a range of offshore installations and associated infrastructure.
To support this important phase of work, we are seeking an experienced Principal Process Engineer to play a key role in the feasibility, conceptual and study stages of the project.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile decommissioning programme with a leading industry operator while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of specialists.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead process engineering activities across decommissioning studies and projects.
* Support the identification, assessment and development of decommissioning options for offshore facilities and infrastructure.
* Deliver feasibility studies, conceptual engineering and early project phase evaluations.
* Prepare and review technical reports, engineering deliverables and process documentation.
* Provide technical input into abandonment, topsides and subsea decommissioning strategies.
* Participate in risk assessments, HAZID workshops and technical reviews.
* Interface with internal stakeholders, project teams and specialist contractors.
* Ensure all engineering activities are delivered safely and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
Candidate Requirements
* Degree qualified in Chemical, Process or related Engineering discipline.
* Minimum 10 years' Oil & Gas industry experience.
* Demonstrable experience working on decommissioning projects within the offshore sector.
* Strong background in feasibility studies, conceptual engineering and study-phase projects.
* Proven ability to lead engineering activities and provide technical guidance.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Eligibility to work in the UK.
Desirable Experience
* Experience supporting North Sea asset decommissioning programmes.
* Knowledge of UK offshore decommissioning regulations and industry best practices.
* Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership.
What's on Offer
* Long-term contract opportunity with a major North Sea operator.
* Minimum 12-month assignment with potential for extension.
* Opportunity to work on a strategically significant decommissioning programme.
Apply Now
We are looking to onboard the successful candidate as soon as possible. If you have extensive process engineering experience within the Oil & Gas sector and a strong track record in decommissioning projects, we would like to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV along with details of your availability and expected hourly rate
Salary description
£60.00 - £70.00 per hour