Project Engineer

Seedworks Limited

Product & Project Management

Responsibilities:

Conceptual Design & Pre-FEED Coordination

• Assist in the development of the design basis memorandum (DBM) and project scope for the urea plant.
• Coordinate technical input from process licensors, technology providers, and engineering consultants.
• Review and validate preliminary process flow diagrams (PFDs), heat & material balances, and block flow diagrams.
• Track and manage the Pre-FEED contractor’s deliverables to ensure schedule and quality compliance.
Support the preparation of cost estimates, risk registers, and constructability reviews.

Technical Oversight & Engineering Support

• Participate in the selection of technology licensors for ammonia, urea synthesis, and utilities/offsites.
• Ensure compliance with international engineering standards, IFC Performance Standards, and Nigerian regulatory codes.
• Provide engineering input for site planning, utility requirements, and integration with infrastructure.
Coordinate with the EHS and Sustainability team to integrate environmental and social considerations into the design.

Project Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Support the Project Director in managing Pre-FEED contracts, budgets, and schedules.
• Liaise with local and international consultants, regulators, and government agencies on project approvals.
• Support procurement activities for Pre-FEED studies, technical services, and early works contractors.
Participate in review meetings, HAZOP workshops, and stakeholder presentations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain project documentation, including technical registers, meeting notes, and change logs.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for senior management and board updates.
Track technical risks and support mitigation strategies during the Pre-FEED phase.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of engineering experience in process plants, petrochemicals, or fertilizer projects.
• Prior involvement in conceptual design, feasibility studies, or Pre-FEED/FEED activities.
• Strong knowledge of process engineering, utilities/offsites, and project development workflows.
• Experience in contractor management and multi-disciplinary design coordination. Preferred:
• Master’s degree in Engineering or Project Management.
• Previous experience with ammonia/urea projects or large-scale petrochemical plants.
• Familiarity with the Nigerian regulatory environment and local permitting processes.
• Exposure to EHS guidelines (IFC/World Bank, OSHA, ISO standards).
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication skills for interfacing with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with international consultants.
• Proficiency in MS Project/Primavera, AutoCAD, and process engineering software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS).