Introduction

We are looking for a Principal Process Engineer III to work with one of our major clients in a contract position located in Houston, TX.

What are you going to do 

* The Principal Process Engineer III is responsible for providing process engineering support to the International Operations facilities (across Gulf of Mexico and Trinidad & Tobago).* This position requires interface with Operations, Production Engineering, HSE and other functions, and is responsible for providing technical support to the production facilities, advising on process and production optimization, and supporting the integration of brownfield development projects.
* Provide technical leadership in process engineering across topsides equipment, subsea flowline and onshore storage and offtake equipment to the operations and maintenance teams. Foster effective relationships with both office and site-based teams.* Subsea flowline and topsides equipment process engineering support to Operations
* Develop process solutions to ensure safe and reliable operations which may include additional new or temporary equipment.* Lead or participate as a member of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) teams as required.
* Manage the design, detailed engineering, and work management planning of facilities process modifications using an MOC process.* Participate in HAZOPs, HAZIDs, LOPAs, other risk assessments and Design Reviews.
* Provides governance and oversight to ensure engineering practices are carried out in accordance with the required technical standards, processes, and procedures while operating in compliance with local regulations and corporate standards.* Own and continually improve the process surveillance tools and KPIs across the operated facilities.

Essential skills and knowledge

* A Bachelor of Science degree in Process/Chemical Engineering or a relevant Engineering discipline.* 15+ years' industry related experience, with minimum 10 years supporting producing oil & gas facilities.
* Strong technical knowledge of separation, dehydration and compression is required.* Knowledge of flow assurance risks associated with offshore deepwater production facilities.
* Experience with process & hydraulic simulation tools (e.g. Aspentech HYSYS).* Detailed expertise in Process Safety
* Experience with relevant processes, safety risk assessments and functional safety tools.* Experience in Incident Response (or willing to participate)
* Professional Engineer / Chartered Engineer status preferred.* Working knowledge of API codes affecting process design (e.g. API RP 14C, 14E, 520, 521).
* Familiarity with ISA/IEE codes for safety and control systems.* Familiarity with PI data historian.
* Experience with engineering design, construction, commissioning, and oil & gas operational background

What we offer 

Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a fulltime job in itself. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with on-boarding. We'll get you going while you get on with the job.

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That's what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we've created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services. Join us today.

Closing: 28 May 2026

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Application process & contact

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Project discussion with our customer

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The decision

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Introductory conversation with Brunel

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