Senior Specialist - Projects

AIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

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Job summary

AIQ is seeking a Senior Specialist - Project Management (APC SME) to oversee the installation and maintenance of Advanced Process Control systems (AspenTech or Honeywell). You will lead onsite activities, coordinate with I&C, IT/OT, and EPC teams, and ensure project milestones meet ADNOC standards.

The role requires 7+ years in APC, strong DCS and OPC/OSI PI experience, and ability to manage complex, safety-conscious projects in the UAE.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional experience in Advanced Process Control (APC).
• At least 5 years onsite installation, configuration and support as lead engineer.
• Mandatory knowledge in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) including Honeywell, Yokogawa, Schneider, Siemens and/or ABB.
• Mandatory knowledge in network architecture (OT/IT).
• Mandatory experience with OPC servers and knowledge in OSI PI historian.
• Preferred knowledge and experience in firewall configuration.
• Candidates with CICPA and Optima experience will be preferred.
• Candidates with ADNOC HSE safety standards knowledge will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation and maintenance of APC systems across projects.
• Apply expertise in DLM and MPC techniques for production optimization.
• Coordinate with IT/OT and Digital Oil Fields teams on standards compliance.
• Ensure safety functions are integrated in all work activities.
• Review test procedures, witness tests, and review test reports.
• Prepare site progress reports and manage I&C APC-related documentation.

Skills

APC (Advanced Process Control)

DCS

OPC servers

OSI PI historian

OT/IT network

Firewalls

CICPA/Optima

ADNOC HSE

Education

Degree in Control and Instrumentation Engineering, Process Engineering or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

About The Company

AIQ is an Abu Dhabi-based technology company that develops and deploys industrial artificial intelligence (AI) technologies at scale, focused on the energy sector. As a venture between Presight (G42) and ADNOC, AIQ has productized 15 AI-enabled solutions that support clients to perform better, protect teams and equipment, keep operations sustainable, and rapidly scale successes. The organization embraces an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit, looking to push boundaries and solve transformational challenges across industry. It welcomes professionals that share the desire to make meaningful and impactful contributions to the mission to deliver responsible AI to the heart of industrial processes. Always on the forefront of technology, AIQ provides its talent with an environment to thrive and excel. Working at AIQ includes participating in some of the most significant industrial transformation projects, interacting with massive data pools, utilizing sophisticated AI infrastructure that is powered by a NVIDIA GPU cloud computing platform, and access to abundant computing, storage, and network resources made available from across the G42 ecosystem.

Overview

Senior Specialist – Projects (APC SME)

About AIQ

AIQ is a joint venture company in the United Arab Emirates, majority-owned by Presight (an ADX-listed G42 company) alongside ADNOC and G42, which focuses on developing artificial intelligence technologies. AIQ develops and commercializes AI products and applications for the oil and gas industry. It aims in providing end-to-end solutions by using its data, cloud and talents to develop AI solutions that seek to reduce costs and generate revenue for its clients.

AIQ embodies an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit that embraces challenges to push boundaries and seeks to welcome professionals to its team that share the desire to make meaningful and impactful contributions to its mission. Always on the cutting edge of technology, AIQ provides its talent all the opportunities to thrive and excel. Working at AIQ includes dealing with massive data sets, an AI infrastructure that is powered by the latest NVIDIA GPU cloud computing platform and access to limitless computing, storage and network resources.

About The Role

AIQ is looking for a Senior Specialist - Project Management (APC SME) who will be responsible for overseeing the installation and maintenance of Advanced Process Control (APC) AspenTech or Honeywell. The responsibilities of the role span across all phases of the project to ensure a timely installation and configuration of APC system, as well as continuous support for the operation and site engineers on operating and maintaining the APC.

Responsibilities

• Perform onsite step testing for any process and well operation.
• Apply expertise in dynamic linear models (DLM) and multivariable predictive control (MPC) techniques to develop and implement advanced control strategies for production optimization.
• Implement MPC algorithms to optimize complex process in real time, considering multiple variables and constraints.
• Contribute to the design and development of new control systems related to APC, as well as testing, maintaining, and modifying existing systems.
• Monitor and inspect the instrumentation and controls (I&C) installation activities of the Contractor with regards to progress, compliance with the Contract and applicable codes/standards, quality, safety and environmental acceptance.
• Review and approve site related I&C and OPC equipment design and engineering matters.
• Coordinate with IT/OT and Digital Oil Fields focal points on the technical requirements and standards compliance.
• Ensure safety functions are integrated into all aspects of work for all personnel.
• Review and approve the proposed APC test procedures done by the Contractor. Witness and participate in such tests and review the related test reports.
• Attend the regular (daily and weekly) site coordination meetings with the Contractor and the monthly progress review meeting (when held on site or on Teams).
• Perform site visits and data collection activities.
• Prepare the regular Site progress reports for the I&C APC related systems as required.
• Maintain records for the part of variations by either the Contractor or ADNOC/Client including the necessary evidence.
• Review and confirm the completeness and correctness of the installation and configuration Handover Packages as prepared by the Contractor.
• Review the preliminary documentation and the commissioning O&M manuals submitted by the Contractor.
• Assist in the coordination of I&C equipment works with civil, mechanical and electrical works to avoid conflicts and minimize delays of the projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and quality standards, especially with ADNOC requirements.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors and relevant stakeholders.
• Knowledge of project management execution, cost, and time constrained environments.

Qualifications

Professional Experience Required

• At least 7 years of professional experience Advanced Process Control (APC).
• At least 5 years of extensive experience onsite installation, configuration, and support as a lead engineer (experience with closing all stages of the project).
• Mandatory knowledge in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Preferable in Honeywell, Yokogawa, Schneider, Siemens and/or ABB).
• Mandatory knowledge and experience in network architecture (OT/IT).
• Mandatory experience with OPC servers and knowledge in OSI PI historian.
• Preferred knowledge and experience in firewall configuration.
• Candidates with previous CICPA and Optima will be preferred.
• Candidates who have knowledge and experience with ADNOC HSE safety standards and requirements will be preferred.

Minimum Educational Requirements

• Degree in Control and Instrumentation Engineering, Process Engineering or Electronic Engineering.

What Working At AIQ Offers

Culture: Encouraging initiative, work in an environment that is fast-paced and varied, surrounded by talented peers from around the world, who are similarly attracted to applying their skills to solve transformational challenges.

Career: Join a team in which your contribution is recognized and rewarded, while you are supported to operate at your peak performance.

Rewards: An attractive renumeration package that includes healthcare, education support for dependents, leave benefits, and more.

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