Process Engineer

Total Number of Openings

1The Process Engineer is part of the Projects / Facilities Design Engineering organization within Chevron’s ENGINE Center. This role provides process engineering and project execution support across DM&C-supported assets, including onshore facilities and infrastructure (brownfield and greenfield) as well as complex process facilities (e.g., refining, pipeline, and chemicals).
The role is responsible for developing and delivering process engineering solutions for various capital and expense projects while also providing remote technical support for operations, routine maintenance, turnaround scope development and execution, and troubleshooting.

About the Company

The Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center (ENGINE) in Bengaluru India brings together the resources and expertise of the Chevron global network with talent in India to enhance agility and technological innovation to optimize solutions for the world’s current and future energy challenges.  As one of the leading energy providers worldwide, Chevron is involved in the production of crude oil and natural gas, manufacturing of transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals, and additives, and the development of enabling technologies.

Chevron's vision is to be the global energy company most admired for its people, partnerships, and performance. With a clear purpose to develop affordable, reliable, ever-cleaner energy that enables human progress, we believe human ingenuity has the power to solve any challenge and overcome any obstacle. Meeting the world’s growing energy needs requires the pursuit of innovations and advancements that deliver a better future for all.

About the Position

Chevron ENGINE has an exciting opportunity for a Process Engineer to join the Projects / Facilities Design Engineering team. Reporting to the Process Engineering Lead this role will be based in Chevron’s office in Bengaluru.

Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Execution & Engineering Delivery

• Provide process engineering design support to DM&C - (DOWNSTREAM, MIDSTREAM & CHEMICALS) capital projects, including early-phase project development and execution.

  
  

• Develop, modify, and review (as required per project) process design deliverables (e.g., heat and material balances, process datasheets, process simulations, integrated basis of design (IBOD), and design calculations).

  
  

• Review and improve process designs to ensure operability, reliability, maintainability, and safety.

  
  

• Support engineering work package development and interface with cross-functional engineering teams, including SMEs.

  
  

• Manage and support multiple projects and process system initiatives simultaneously.

  
  

Process Design & Technical Scope

• Develop and modify detailed process simulation models (e.g., HYSYS, PRO/II) to evaluate design and operating scenarios.

  
  

• Perform engineering analyses including mass and energy balances, fluid flow, heat transfer, process control concepts, and equipment sizing.

  
  

• Use process monitoring and data analytics tools (e.g., PI, Seeq) to support project development.

  
  

• Contribute to the development and application of digital tools that enhance process monitoring, diagnostics, and decision-making.

  
  

• Initiate and participate in process safety activities required by the project (including Process Hazard Analyses (PHAs), LOPA, etc.)

  
  

Process Safety & Management of Change

• Support Management of Change (MOC) for process design packages and associated modifications.

  
  

• Apply Process Safety Management concepts, including alarm management, integrity operating windows, and safe operating/design practices.

  
  

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work with Operations, Maintenance, Automation, Project Controls, and other engineering disciplines to support integrated project delivery, including EPCs.

  
  

• Contribute to knowledge sharing, standardization, and continuous improvement within the Portfolio and Planning group.

  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Chemical Engineering or a related field from a recognized (AICTE) university.

  
  

• Minimum 10 years of process engineering or process design experience in refining, LNG, and/or complex oil and gas processing facilities.

  
  

• Experience supporting process design and/or capital projects in a cross-functional engineering environment.

  
  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across a global workforce.

  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with refining and processing technologies (e.g., crude/vacuum distillation, FCC, hydroprocessing, hydrogen manufacturing, amine/sour water systems, etc).

  
  

• Strong background in process modeling and simulation tools (e.g., HYSYS, PRO/II) and the ability to translate results into practical design and operating recommendations.

  
  

• Experience using process monitoring and analytics platforms (e.g., PI, Seeq) to support troubleshooting, optimization, and performance improvement.

  
  

• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management concepts, including PHAs and Management of Change (MOC), and applying safe design/operating practices.

  
  

• 10-15 years of process engineering experience supporting capital projects and/or operating facilities.

  
  

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way. 

Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace.

• Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work.

  
  

• Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well-being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration.

  
  

• Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities.

  
  

• Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance.

  
  

• Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.

  
  

How to apply

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