Senior Environmental Engineer

Requisition ID: 298200 Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Al Khobar ​​​​​​​ Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects: Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report . Project Overview: Step into a career-defining opportunity with Bechtel as we launch our newest Energy office in Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia—aiming for it to be an epicenter of innovation and engineering excellence in the region. This is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of a bold new chapter in Bechtel’s 80-year journey in the Kingdom. You’ll collaborate with global experts to deliver transformative oil, gas, chemical and New Energies projects that support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and shape the future of sustainable energy. Whether you're an engineer, project manager, or technical specialist, your contributions will help build a high-performance team from the ground up, with access to world-class tools, mentorship, and global execution networks. Be part of something extraordinary—where your work powers progress. At Bechtel, we know that people like you deliver our customers’ projects with a purpose that create a lasting positive legacy in the communities where we live and work. Just as we are committed to helping our customers achieve their visions, we are committed to offering the best people in the industry with rewarding, challenging, and flexible long-term careers. When you join Bechtel, you will be a key part of the diverse team delivering these world-changing projects. As a resilient, well-established employer, we are currently seeking long-term career professionals. When joining Bechtel, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of Energy Transition, Decarbonization, eFuel, Hydrogen Value Chain, Oil and Gas and Petrochemical projects from studies, FEEDs, PMC’s and detail design from our newly established Middle Eastern hub based in Al-Khobar. As part of this team, you will commit to supporting the client's goals while promoting our values of fairness, diversity, inclusion, trust, and collaboration guided by our Vision, Values and Covenants Job Summary: An excellent career opportunity available to a self-motivated, high-performing Senior Environmental Engineer with a proven track record seeking technical challenges in the environmental design of a wide range of technologies. The engineer would be required to utilize their significant knowledge in all areas of design from conceptual studies to detailed engineering. The engineer should have a proven track record and will be recognized for their understanding of environmental engineering in the industry. Prepares environmental engineering deliverables relating to regulatory compliance, air emissions and water/wastewater treatment. Prepares, coordinates, and reviews designs, studies, reports and proposals. Takes the initiative to coordinate the design development of a system with other engineering disciplines while managing workload and meeting schedule due dates. Knowledgeable of and performs standard discipline engineering activities on projects with minimal technical oversight. Comfortable working independently with minimal direct supervision but with the self-awareness to know when to request support from others. Coordinates complex technical issues with other engineering departments on projects. Prioritize tasks and operate within a fast-paced project environment. Major Responsibilities: Developing environmental design basis, process flow diagrams and equipment datasheets. Contributing to other discipline deliverables such as P&IDs, plot plans and philosophies. Reviewing permit material for air and effluent emission compliance. Attendance of key meetings such as HAZID/ENVID, P&IDs review, HAZOP, and 3D model review and providing environmental input. Compiling technical lists and inventories such as emissions and effluents summaries. Ensuring that projects comply with state, federal, and local environmental regulations. Supporting engineering and other project disciplines in understanding and applying regulatory requirements, based on permits and legislation. Developing execution strategies and planning for project permitting. Ensuring that regulatory approvals are in place to support project execution. Willingness to undertake travel (as required) within the Middle East region. Education and Experience Requirements: A recognized master’s degree in environmental, chemical or mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university with a professional license or chartership in an appropriate engineering discipline from a recognized licensing board or professional institution. Experience in executing Middle Eastern projects, brownfield experience and familiarity with Aramco and Royal Commission standards and specifications is highly desirable. At least 10 years of environmental engineering design related experience in Petrochemical, Energy Transition or Oil & Gas industry. Experience in Concept, Pre-FEED and FEED projects. Excellent knowledge of technical theory, engineering principles, good engineering practices and how to apply them for design execution. Understanding of typical industrial equipment air emissions sources and the combustion or process pollutants of concern. Comfortable with undertaking calculations such as air emissions, basic equipment sizing and water balance. Strong focus on quality of work whilst still achieving key deadlines. Familiarity with major regulations and industry codes and standards affecting standard design, quality, or processes, including state and federal requirements. Working understanding of Saudi Arabian regulatory framework including environmental permitting and approvals processes. Excellent understanding of major project delivery, including the design process and typical project design deliverables. Excellent teamwork and communication skills, in English – both written and spoken. Required Knowledge and Skills: Undertaking or managing Environmental Impact Assessments in the Middle East. Undertaking or managing ambient air dispersion modelling using AERMOD or similar. Working knowledge of BAT assessment. Working knowledge of USA regulatory framework including environmental permitting and approvals processes. Design and specification of industrial water/wastewater treatment systems. Developing drainage philosophy documents. Work within EPC industry and with large-scale project execution. Arabic language skills – both written and spoken. Total Rewards/Benefits: For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards Diverse teams build the extraordinary: As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent. We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to [email protected]