Senior Engineer, Process Design II

Maaden, established in 1997, is one of the fastest-growing mining companies in the world and the largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East. We are leading the development of the mining industry to become the third pillar of Saudi Arabia’s economy by building a world-class, unique, and fully integrated mining value chain.

We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity for the below mentioned position. This role offers a chance to contribute to our ambitious growth and play a key part in shaping the future of mining in the Kingdom.

Role Purpose

The Process Design Engineer is responsible for developing and delivering high‑quality process engineering designs across concept, FEED, and detailed engineering stages. The role focuses on translating business and operational requirements into robust, safe, and efficient process solutions, working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders.

This position is ideal for engineers with a strong background in engineering consultancy or EPC environments and hands-on experience in process design and project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering & Design Development

• Develop process design deliverables including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), heat and mass balance calculations, and process datasheets
• Define process design bases, design criteria, and operating philosophies aligned with project requirements
• Perform process simulations, equipment sizing, and line sizing using industry-standard tools
• Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, codes, and best practices

Project Support Across Design Phases

• Support projects from concept selection and FEED through to detailed design and handover
• Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, and constructability workshops
• Interface with project engineers, discipline leads, and external licensors or vendors
• Provide technical input during procurement, bid evaluations, and vendor document reviews

Integration & Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with mechanical, piping, electrical, instrumentation, and civil teams to ensure integrated and constructible designs
• Coordinate process requirements with layout, utilities, and offsites engineers
• Support interface management between process design and downstream project functions

Design Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure process designs meet safety, operability, energy efficiency, and sustainability objectives
• Identify opportunities for process optimization and design simplification
• Capture and apply lessons learned from projects to improve future designs
• Support the development and standardization of process engineering practices

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering
• 5–12 years of experience in process design and engineering delivery roles
• Proven experience delivering process design within EPC or engineering consulting firms
• Hands-on experience with FEED and detailed engineering projects
• Familiarity with process simulation tools and engineering design systems
• Experience supporting industrial, energy, resources, or infrastructure projects
• Exposure to brownfield projects and design modifications
• Experience working on projects in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of process engineering principles and design methodologies
• Experience in engineering consultancy or EPC project environments
• Ability to work across multiple project phases with competing priorities
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to interface across disciplines and stakeholders

Skills

• Process Engineering & Design Fundamentals
• Concept Development, FEED & Detailed Engineering
• Mass & Energy Balances, Simulation & Equipment Sizing
• Mining & Mineral Processing Systems Knowledge
• Technology Evaluation, Scale‑up & Process Optimization
• Multidisciplinary Engineering Collaboration & Communication

Benefits

1. Career Growth

2. Competitive Salaries

3. Comprehensive Package

4. Inclusive Work Environment

5. Work-Life Balance

6. Employee wellness