Description Wood in Reading have a requirement for Principal Process Engineers to join us on a contract basis. We're seeking engineers to form a team to complete a short term (2-3 month) study for one of our major clients. We're hopeful that this contract will lead into a longer term project, so a longer term contract is a potential. LI-Hybrid Responsibilities Wok Scope Execute / review designs in study phase Undertake process design work / review of units as required Execute design activities within the budget and schedule, as well as maintaining technical integrity of the designs Prepare / review basis of design and detailed calculations to develop the design and be responsible for the accuracy of these calculations Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used conform with Client's requirements and / or those issued by Wood Develop / review Process Flow Diagrams, Equipment specifications, Process Descriptions and P&IDs Ensure a high standard of safety is achieved and Environmental and Quality Assurance procedures are followed Develop / review safety related calculations and provide input to Hazops, SIL and other safety reviews Contribute where necessary to review of supplier quotations and reviews of the project 3D CAD model Ensure that requirements of Licensor's Secrecy Agreements are known and complied with within the work performed Participate in technical meetings and handle discussions Undertake checking and approval of process design deliverables Assist as required in the development / review of Operating Manuals Qualifications Chemical Engineering Degree Chartered Chemical Engineer status (desirable) Experience of working on FEED and EPC projects Proven core Process Engineering skills Skilled in resolution of technical process design issues Excellent verbal and written communication skills and good organisational awareness Ability to respond to customer needs whilst achieving project and corporate objectives Display analytical and innovation skills to manage new technology