Senior Engineer & Process Engineering

Job Description

Working on process engineering projects, with particular emphasis on the fine chemicals, pharmaceutical, food and process‑related industries. Applying technical judgment and resourcefulness to investigations, feasibility studies, concept and scheme designs, detailed design and the construction support phase of projects. Mainly office‑based in Bengaluru, India, but supporting projects managed from other WSP offices globally and will report to the GCC Head based in Bengaluru, India.

Responsibilities

• Concept design and layout development
• Process descriptions and design basis
• Material balances
• Preparation of process flow diagrams & piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Preparation of equipment lists, datasheets, specifications
• Fluids lists and material selection
• Process hazard studies (including HAZOP) and design safety reviews
• Detailed process design calculations
• Pressure relief design
• Hazardous area classification/assessment
• Utilities schedules, flow diagrams and line sizing
• Process simulation using Hysys / Aspen Plus
• Checking/approval of process deliverables
• Commissioning plans and support
• Supervision of graduate engineers
• Line management of graduate engineers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in process engineering design on capital projects.
• BEng / MEng Chemical Engineering or Biochemical Engineering, working towards or already achieved CEng and MIChemE membership.
• Knowledge of process engineering design in fine chemicals, pharmaceutical and/or biopharmaceutical industries, or operating experience within chemicals or pharmaceutical sectors would be beneficial.
• Awareness of process safety systems design in high‑hazard industries and/or process safety training (e.g. HAZOP, Hazardous Area Assessment, SIL assessment, Pressure Relief).
• Experience with process modelling software (steady state & dynamic).
• Awareness of applicable regulatory standards, policies and codes of practice for the process industries.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team; versatile, reliable and resourceful.
• Personal qualities that include the ability to gain trust and confidence with a variety of clients and within the company.
• Customer focus, commitment to quality management and problem solving.
• Ability to work as an engineer on a variety of projects simultaneously.

Background Verification (BGV)

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification ("BGV") check conducted by a third‑party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process—including documents uploaded—is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner.

Inclusivity and Diversity

WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength – Our People – feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status or cultural background.