Senior Process Engineer

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Shell
Senior Process Engineer
in
Brisbane
Australia
Queensland, Australia
Job Family Group:
Process Engineering
Worker Type:
Regular
Posting Start Date:
July 11, 2022
Business unit:
Integrated Gas
Experience Level:
Experienced Professionals
Job Description:
Where you fit in
The Wells, Reservoir, Facilities Management (WRFM) process engineering team is located within the Asset production department and committed to the operational technical support and facilities optimization of the QGC Assets.
The Senior WRFM Process Engineer, QGC role has the key objectives of analyzing the QGC above ground facility network (wells, gathering, compression, dehydration, pipelines) to ensure that it is performing optimally in comparison to the theoretical ideal. The optimization process includes daily surveillance, process modelling, and optimization idea generation to ensure facilities are optimized now and for the next few years. The role will also include project work to execute low capital improvements to facilities.
What’s the role?
This role is a key frontline contributor to Asset with responsibilities including:
Daily process engineering support to operations and WRFM leads to ensure facilities are safely optimized for production, power and GHG in the short to medium term.
Daily proactive monitoring of facility safe operating envelopes from well skids to sales stations.
Identification of threats and opportunities to improve facility performance in the short to medium term including the coordinating of specific sections of the Annual Facility Review (AFR).
WRFM focal point for pipeline pigging activates including data sheet preparation, control room and transmissions operational support.
Trading and Supply team support during curtailment events including Hydraulic Modelling scenario testing.
Business planning support for budget and LE cycles including Contract Agreed Maximum Demand (CAMD) modelling.
Maintenance of Limit diagrams, process engineering tools and models to enable timely support to operations, trading and project teams as required.
Annual BudgetNo direct budgetary control but will provide key technical analysis that will influence capital projects and short-term operational decisions.
SubordinatesNo direct reports but role requires high levels of collaboration across operational working groups and asset organization. There will likely be opportunity to mentor other process engineers.
You will thrive in the following competencies:
Analysis of compression to understand performance against ideal operation.
Analysis of compression network (including trunklines and pipelines) to understand performance against ideal performance.
Analysis of compression network for power consumption, leading to identification of opportunities to reduce power consumption in alignment with business objectives.
Execute field-based trials to validate optimization opportunities.
Execute projects including focal point for management of change.
Use of process engineering modelling tools such as Unisim and pipeline tools such as Unisim Compass, Pipesim or SPS.
Organize and facilitate practice table reviews for facilities.
Familiarity with gathering, pipeline, and compression systems in high detail a clear advantage.
Hands on experience or track record with CI/LEAN an advantage.
What we need from you
We hope to find as many of the following:
BSc / MSc in Process, Chemical Engineering Discipline or equivalent.
Significant experience in Oil and Gas Upstream Operations, experience with oil and gas Upstream Facilities Operations preferred.
Experience with running risk assessments and using Management of change processes.
Experience using process simulation packages in support of various functions.
Process Safety Management Knowledge/Assurance in Oil & Gas Operations.
Able to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks efficiently while managing communication and expectations with key stakeholders. Work effectively in a rapidly changing environment with changing priorities.
Strong interpersonal skills with good networking, influencing, negotiation and facilitation abilities.
Experience in leading and sustaining new ways of working and continuous improvement an advantage.
The successful candidate should be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. At Shell we believe that every individual has something valuable to offer. We understand that the more diverse the workforce, the wider the variety of ideas we bring to the table. ​
We are keen to support flexible working arrangements, subject to local regulations and legislative frameworks. If this is of interest to you, please describe in your application the type of flexible working arrangements for which you would like to be considered.
Company description
Shell Australia is a leading natural gas producer, and we are playing our part in the transition to a low-carbon future by also investing in the power sector, renewable energy sources and carbon abatement activities. A Shell career offers opportunities to work on innovative projects such as the Prelude floating LNG facility offshore of Western Australia and the QGC onshore gas business in Queensland. Beyond these are a wide range of Shell’s New Energies development opportunities. Join Shell and let’s power progress together with more and cleaner energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.
Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
DISCLAIMER:
Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. At Shell we believe that every individual has something valuable to offer. We understand that the more diverse the workforce, the wider the variety of ideas we bring to the table. Shell values diversity and offers: flexible work schedules, work and family programs, health and wellness programs, employee networks and mentoring, plus great training and development. The successful candidate should be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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