Lead Process Engineer

Job Description - Lead Process Engineer (CAL01QE)Management Level:Individual Contributor:

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

PURPOSE

The Lead Process Engineer provides technical leadership and project delivery oversight for process engineering services to Worley and its customers. This role combines hands-on technical expertise with strong team leadership, coordination across disciplines, and accountability for quality, schedule, and budget performance on assigned projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project & Technical Leadership

• Lead process engineering scope on assigned projects, ensuring deliverables meet Worley, client, and regulatory requirements.

• Own the process engineering scope, schedule, and quality for assigned projects or project areas.

• Provide technical leadership and guidance throughout all project phases including feasibility, FEED, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

• Ensure project scope is clearly defined and manage changes in accordance with project change management procedures.

• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, HAZIDs/HAZOPs, and client engagements.

• Provide technical input during procurement, including requisitions, bid evaluations, and purchase order technical reviews.

• Proactively identify technical risks and execution challenges, developing practical solutions in collaboration with the project team.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead, coordinate, and mentor process engineers and designers assigned to projects.

• Define work packages, allocate resources, and manage workload distribution across the team, including promoting workshare where appropriate.

• Provide coaching, technical oversight, and performance feedback to team members.

• Support the professional development of junior and intermediate process engineers through mentoring and technical guidance.

• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment focused on safety, quality, and delivery excellence.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all process engineering deliverables comply with Worley standards, client specifications, and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure compliance with project quality management and checking procedures.

• Promote and uphold Worley’s safety culture and values across all project activities.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key technical interface with clients, project managers, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Proactively resolve discrepancies between Worley and client requirements.

• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment of scope, priorities, and execution strategies.

Continuous Improvement & Technical Excellence

• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, best practices, and innovations in gas processing and process engineering.

• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards, tools, workflows, and execution methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Technical & Industry Experience

• Strong technical expertise and subject matter knowledge in one or more of the following energy industry project types:

  Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD)

  Gas Processing

  Cogeneration / Gas-to-Power

• Proven ability to lead process engineering scope on complex projects within multidisciplinary environments.

• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals and working knowledge of adjacent engineering disciplines.

• Solid understanding of applicable local and international codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Competent in the use of MS Office Suite and process engineering software tools.

• Demonstrated experience delivering high-quality technical work under schedule and budget constraints.

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Demonstrated team leadership and coordination experience within project environments.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to balance technical rigor with practical execution and delivery-focused decision-making.

• Previous supervisory or technical lead experience preferred.

Education, Qualifications, Accreditation, Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent discipline.

• Professional Engineer ( designation (or eligibility/active pursuit, depending on internal requirements).

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

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.

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.