Lead Engineer - Process Safety

Hanwha Ocean is undergoing a transformative journey, evolving from a traditional shipbuilder into a comprehensive Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation, and Operation (EPCI(O)) solutions provider, offering products such as FPSO, FLNG, Offshore Renewables and other Floating Production Units.

The Offshore Business Division is proud to announce the establishment of new Global Business Centers marking a significant milestone in our journey toward becoming a project-centric and client-driven organization. This strategic expansion enhances our ability to deliver exceptional project execution and knowledge-driven operational models by seamlessly integrating the upstream cultures of Asia, Europe, and America.

Explore opportunities to be part of our dynamic team and contribute to groundbreaking projects that redefine the offshore industry.

Position Overview:

Provide technical leadership in process safety, loss prevention, and fire protection engineering for topside facilities on FPSO/FLNG projects, ensuring designs meet safety, regulatory, client, project and operational excellence standards throughout the EPC lifecycle.

Support in developing corporate technical standards/procedures and keep them updated (incorporating Project Lesson Learns).

Assist HOD for managing a corporate organization and mentors Process safety Engineers.

Ensure technical validation and quality assurance

The strategic focus will also include providing support to Hanwha Ocean Global engineering teams based in USA/Netherland/Singapore and elsewhere as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the process safety and firefighting detailed engineering scope for Topside systems of FPSO/FLNG projects.

• Define scope, deliverables, and schedules for process safety engineering scope of work.

• Manage specialized process safety studies ( HAZID, HAZOP,SIL, LOPA etc) through 3rd Party (as applicable)

• Develop and review project safety philosophies and standards.

• Design and specify project active and passive fire protection systems: firewater system, foam systems, deluge systems, fireproofing, etc.

• Develop and review project safety deliverables:

 Hazardous Area Classification Schedule and Layout;

 Escape route, Fire fighting & safety equipment layout;

 Safety sign layout;

 Firewater/ Foam Deluge System - Nozzle coverage layout;

 Firewater/Foam system demand calculation, hydraulic and surge analysis;

 Fire fighting system UFDs, P&IDs and line list;

 Fire fighting and safety equipment datasheets.

• Review other disciplines project deliverables

 Process P&IDs

 Cause & Effect (F&G, ESD, PSD)

 Equipment Layout

 Fire & Gas Detection layouts

• Coordinate and interface with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated design solutions.

• Ensure compliance with international standards and client-specific requirements (e.g., ABS, API, DNV, IEC, IMO, ISO, NFPA, etc.).

• Participate in design reviews, HAZID and HAZOP/SIL Classification, LOPA workshops, and ensure close-out of action items.

• Support procurement of safety and firefighting systems including technical bid evaluations and vendor document review.

• To guide and mentor junior engineers and review their work

• Promote best practices, lessons learned, and continuous improvement in process safety engineering workflows

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Fire Safety, or related engineering discipline.

• 10–15 years of relevant experience, with at least 8 years in offshore topside safety/firefighting design for FPSO/FLNG projects.

• Proven EPC project track record from FEED to commissioning.

• Proficiency in Flaresim, PHAST, PIPENET (Spray/Sprinkler & Transient module), and familiarity with 3D model reviews.

• Strong knowledge of fire protection engineering principles, Code & Standards and process safety management.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem solving skills.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Hanwha believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.

Hanwha is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.