Lead Process Engineer– Oil&Gas&CCS Projects, Brisbane

Senior Process Engineer - Brisbane, AUS Department:

Process Engineering

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Description Equinox Engineering Australia Pty Ltd.

is an engineering service provider located in Brisbane, QLD. We provide high quality Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) services to our clients in Australia and worldwide. Equinox Australia is engaged in numerous Concept, FEED and Detail Design projects, working with several of the largest energy providers in Australia.

We are seeking a

Senior Process Engineer

with

15+ years of experience

to join our Brisbane team to deliver conventional oil&gas and carbon capture pipeline projects. The role will be accountable for regular face-to-face liaison with our clients, and to provide leadership for the successful execution of capital projects.

Why Join Equinox?

Meaningful work on a wide range of energy and processing projects

Strong, people-focused culture emphasizing mentorship, collaboration, and technical growth

Flexible and supportive work environment with long-term career development opportunities

Entrepreneurial culture that fosters creative and commercially minded leaders

What You’ll Do Technical Support

Lead process engineering design activities across feasibility, conceptual, FEED, and detailed design phases

Perform and oversee process simulations and modelling (HYSYS) for oil&gas and carbon capture facilities

Develop and review key engineering deliverables including material balances, PFDs, P&IDs, and shutdown systems

Execute line sizing, PSV sizing, and preparation of process equipment data sheets

Contribute to cost estimation and economic evaluation during early project phase

Collaboration&Project Execution

Act as Lead Process Engineer coordinating multidisciplinary teams and addressing technical challenges

Collaborate with international offices to execute work-share strategies and ensure project alignment

Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior and intermediate engineers

Interface directly with clients, vendors, and regulatory bodies as a key technical representative

Safety, Quality&Compliance

Ensure designs comply with Australian and international standards, codes, and regulatory requirement

Participate in and lead HAZOPs, P&ID reviews, and safety studies

Develop control narratives, operating procedures, and start-up/shutdown documentation

Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Technical Exposure

Exposure to conventional and unconventional oil&gas facilities, including sweet and sour gas systems

Design experience with gas processing, compression, and dehydration systems (including Coal Seam Gas)

Involvement in both office-based engineering and on-site field support and inspections

Opportunity to apply international (particularly Canadian) design practices to Australian projects

About You

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

15+ years of experience in oil&gas process engineering within an EPCM environment

Professional designations: C.P.Eng, RPEQ, and P.Eng

Strong experience in gas processing facilities, including compression and dehydration systems

Proven leadership experience managing teams and mentoring engineers

Demonstrated field experience and site exposure

Proficiency in:

HYSYS and related simulation software

Ariel / Powerflow compressor tools

Fisher Specification Manager

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders

Experience working with international teams and executing global projects

Ready to Apply? If you're looking to take a leadership role in delivering impactful energy projects, influence engineering excellence across global teams, and contribute to innovative solutions in oil, gas, and carbon capture, we’d love to hear from you.

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