Job Description

Bilfinger is a leading international industrial services provider, driving efficiency and sustainability for the process industry. With 30,000+ employees and over €5 billion in revenue in 2024, we offer solutions in consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnarounds, and digital applications across key sectors like energy, chemicals, pharma, and oil & gas.

In the Middle East, Bilfinger provides comprehensive services ranging from feasibility studies, conceptual and detailed design, to project management and construction supervision. We play a vital role in oil & gas, power, water, infrastructure, and industrial sectors by ensuring projects meet international standards, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals. Beyond project delivery, we also support clients with asset integrity management, plant maintenance, and turnaround services to ensure reliability, efficiency, and extended lifecycle of critical facilities.
With deep regional expertise of around 3600+ employees and global best practices, we support our clients in achieving operational excellence, risk management, and long-term value creation.

At Bilfinger, we offer a work environment where you can learn and grow. Join us and be part of a team shaping the future!

Job Title: Process Design Engineer (UAE National – Fresh Graduate)

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Industry: Oil & Gas Engineering Consultancy

Job Purpose

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic UAE National Fresh Graduate to join our Process Engineering team. The successful candidate will support the design and development of process engineering deliverables for oil & gas, petrochemical, and energy projects under the guidance of senior engineers.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in engineering design, process simulations, and project execution within a leading engineering consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing process engineering deliverables such as:
  • Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Process Design Basis documents
  • Equipment and line sizing calculations
  • Utility consumption calculations
• Support process simulation activities using engineering software.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, and technical workshops.
• Assist in developing process datasheets for equipment and instruments.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including Mechanical, Piping, Instrumentation, Electrical, and Civil departments.
• Review vendor documents and technical submissions.
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, international standards, and company procedures.
• Support project execution activities and technical documentation management.
• Participate in site visits and field surveys when required.

Qualifications & Requirements

• UAE National (Family Book required).
• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related discipline.
• Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of experience.
• Strong academic background.
• Knowledge of oil & gas production and processing fundamentals is preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering software such as:
  • Aspen HYSYS (preferred)
  • Aspen Plus
  • Microsoft Office Suite
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Preferred Competencies

• Willingness to learn and develop within the engineering consultancy environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to contribute to project success.

For additional information please contact Gelson Dsouza, email gelson.dsouza@bilfinger.com.

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other characteristics protected by law.

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