Services Principal Consultant

AVEVA Software Middle East FZ-LLC; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AVEVA is seeking a Services Principal Consultant for a senior engineering leadership role in Abu Dhabi. The position involves guiding teams through project lifecycles, providing technical expertise in process design, and fostering continuous improvement while mentoring junior staff. With an emphasis on sustainability and innovation, candidates are expected to have extensive industry experience and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 15 years experience in process tools like RTO and APC.
• Proven track record in the oil and gas industry.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams.
• Mentor team members to ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

Process Design

Education

Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering

Tools

Real-Time Optimization (RTO)

Advanced Process Control (APC)

Job description

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life such as energy infrastructure chemicals and minerals safely efficiently and more sustainably.

Were the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi and weve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion. Weve also recently been named as one of the worlds most innovative companies.

If youre a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology then we want to hear from you! Find out more at AVEVA Careers.

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Job Title: Services Principal Consultant

Location: Abu Dhabi Hybrid (50% of the working time)

Employment Type: Full time permanent

The Job

This senior engineering leadership role involves guiding cross-functional teams through the full project lifecyclefrom initial concept to final delivery. He/She will be working closely with Project Manager ensuring projects remain on schedule within budget and meet high quality standards of deliverables. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise in process design equipment selection and system integration leveraging tools such as process optimization simulation and predictive analytics. He/She will mentor team members collaborate with clients and contractors and drive continuous improvement by identifying process efficiencies and technological advancements.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional engineering teams by providing technical direction.
• Mentor team members to ensure alignment with project requirements and company standards.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion ensuring they are delivered on time within budget and meet quality standards.
• Deliver technical knowledge in areas such as process design equipment selection and system integration.
• Knowledge and Experience on tools like Process Optimization Process Simulation Predictive Analytics applications integration with different data platforms.
• Identify potential issues and implement mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate effectively with clients contractors and internal teams to ensure successful project communication and coordination.
• Perform economic and technical analysis of requirements and provide efficient solution.
• Develop and lead discussions on value realization KPI/metrics to project against baselines
• Contribute to the development and refinement of long-term solution roadmaps and technology architecture
• Define and develop process/guidelines for integrated solutions including AVEVA and customers in-house applications
• Leverage data analytics and digital tools to improve decision-making and operations
• Advise on strategies for operational improvement maintenance efficiencies and asset integrity
• Conduct technical discussions with clients understand their needs and present the value proposition
• Foster continuous improvement by exploring opportunities for process efficiency cost reduction and technological advancements.

Skills and Qualifications

Ideal Skills

• Bachelors or masters degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (e.g. Chemical Mechanical Electrical PetroleumComputer Science).
• Extensive experience (15 years) in process tools like Real-Time Optimization (RTO) Advanced Process Control (APC)
• Proven track record in the oil and gas industry with significant experience leading complex and large-scale projects in Middle East.
• Thorough understanding of engineering principles design practices and industry standards.
• Excellent leadership abilities and clear communication skills to effectively convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge in developing energy balances and energy efficiency calculations for various processes
• Knowledge in Energy Management Systems and understanding of applicable requirements and standards
• Expertly solve complex problems by applying analytical techniques and innovative solutions.
• Experience with project management frameworks such as Agile or Waterfall methodologies.
• Travel to customer sites/facilities

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of Arabic language will be an added advantage
• AI/ML Data Science
• Asset reliability and maintenance
• Process Optimation
• Visualization and Dashboarding
• Arabic langauge

Services at AVEVA

Our dynamic global team of 700 engineers developers consultants solution architects and project managers are at the forefront of delivering AVEVA cutting-edge solutions to customers. The work is complex and technical but immensely rewarding: we empower customers to harness the full transformative potential of AVEVAs solutions. If youre analytical pragmatic and driven to make a tangible impact on the sustainability of the industrial sector our team is the perfect place for you.

AVEVA requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may subject to those laws include proof of educational attainment employment history verification proof of work authorization criminal records identity verification credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

AVEVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.
Come and join AVEVA to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.

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