Junior Process Engineer

Summary

Energean is seeking to employ a Junior Process Engineer to join our Operations team in Athens, reporting to the Head of Projects. The Junior Process Engineer will support the design, optimization, and operation of processes that capture, transport, and store carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions from industrial sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The primary goal for the Junior Process Engineer is to help optimize the capture and storage of CO₂, contributing to global efforts to mitigate climate change while gaining experience in the emerging field of carbon management.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the design and optimization of CO₂ capture processes (e.g., chemical absorption, physical separation, etc.).
• Support process development from initial concept through detailed engineering and implementation.
• Prepare process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to ensure CO₂ capture and storage systems operate efficiently.
• Monitor system performance and identify areas for improvement to enhance capture efficiency and minimize energy usage.
• Conduct process simulations using software (such as Aspen HYSYS or equivalent) to evaluate system behavior under various conditions.
• Assist in creating and updating process models to optimize performance and reduce costs.
• Ensure that all processes comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations related to CCS operations.
• Participate in safety reviews and hazard assessments (HAZOP, HAZID).
• Assist in preparing technical reports, operational manuals, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of process performance, modifications, and improvements.
• Provide engineering support during commissioning, start-up, and operational phases of CCS facilities.
• Assist with technical evaluations of vendors and equipment used in the capture, transport, and storage of CO₂.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including senior engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, and project managers, to deliver project objectives.
• Support continuous communication between process engineering, field operations, and research teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or process engineering (preferably related to oil and gas processes, or refineries).
• Master’s degree in chemical engineering will be considered a plus
• Member of Engineering Societies/Chambers (e.g., Chartered Engineer, Member of the Greek Technical Chamber)
• 0-2 years of experience in process engineering, preferably in the energy, oil & gas, or environmental sectors.
• Familiarity with process design software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, MATLAB, or equivalent).
• Understanding of process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Knowledge of carbon capture technologies is an asset.
• Hands on experience in design tools i.e. CAD Design
• Excellent command of the English and Greek language (oral and written communication) and able to produce technical documentation in both Greek and English.
• Computer literate and experienced with MS Office suite of applications.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and good ability to interface between different technical depts.
• Ability to work under supervision and as part of a international team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and willingness to adapt in a dynamic and fast paced environment.
• Ability to always maintain discretion and confidentiality.
• Commitment to Health, Safety and Environment
• Strong drive, enthusiasm, with a “can-do” attitude

Rewards

We offer an excellent benefits package including Medical, Pension, Life Insurance, continuous development, career development opportunities. Hybrid working schedule is also offered.

Why Energean

Energean is an independent E&P company focused on developing resources in the Mediterranean and UK North Sea. With presence in nine countries Energean is operating production, development and exploration assets with an excellent HSE track record.

The company has an approximately 70% gas weighted portfolio with more than 800 MMboe 2P reserves and 2C resources and our flagship development assets are the multi-tcf Karish, Karish North and Tanin gas fields, offshore Israel.

Energean is committed to sustainable development and to be a net zero emitter by 2050 contributing to the global net zero target. The company also strives to meet United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals through its day-to-day operations and a wide range of corporate social responsibility initiatives.  Being an equal opportunity employer and valuing diversity Energean does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. 

Being an equal opportunity employer and valuing diversity Energean does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. 

Why Energean in Greece

Joining Energean means you will work for the only Oil & Gas Exploration & Production company in Greece. Prinos, located in the Gulf of Kavala in North Aegean Sea, has been producing hydrocarbons since 1981 with an excellent HSE track record and in perfect harmony with the tourist industry and fishery of the neighbouring city of Kavala and the island of Thasos.

The Prinos Oil Field is the main structure in the Prinos-Kavala basin and has produced more than 120 mmboe so far. Energean is also currently developing the satellite Epsilon Oil Field (23 mmbls 2P reserves).

Prinos contains up to 60% hydrogen sulphide gas. The onshore ‘Sigma’ plant complexity is driven by facilities to remove this toxic gas and convert it to Sulphur. Sigma Plant provides future potential where talented people thrive, while Prinos is considered ideal to host the first CO2 storage in the Mediterranean, an up to $1 billion project carried out by Energean and initially approved by EU’s Recovery and Resilience Fund. 

As our business evolves, so do our employment opportunities. Our work culture includes a dynamic mix of professionals, with a diversity of skills and expertise.

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This role is being handled by the Energean recruitment team and no agency contact is required.