Services Principal Consultant

AVEVA; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

AVEVA is seeking a Services Principal Consultant to lead engineering teams in Abu Dhabi. This role involves driving projects from concept to delivery while mentoring team members and ensuring high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in engineering principles, along with a strong background in process optimization and leadership within the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in oil and gas industry with complex projects.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale engineering projects.
• Thorough understanding of engineering principles and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams and mentor members according to project needs.
• Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Collaborate with clients to understand needs and present solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Process Optimization

Technical Problem Solving

Data Science

Predictive Analytics

Process Design

System Integration

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Real-Time Optimization (RTO)

Advanced Process Control (APC)

Agile methodologies

Waterfall methodologies

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.

We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’ve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve also recently been named as one of the world’s most innovative companies.

If you’re 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 .

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 lifecycle—from 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 customer’s 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

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (e.g., Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Petroleum,Computer 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
• Knowledge of Arabic language will be an added advantage
• AI / ML, Data Science
• Asset reliability and maintenance
• Process Optimation
• Visualization and Dashboarding

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 AVEVA’s solutions. If you’re analytical, pragmatic, and driven to make a tangible impact on the sustainability of the industrial sector, our team is the perfect place for you.

Principal Consultant • Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates