RTO Engineer

Yokogawa; Al-Hidd; On-site; BHD 20,088 - 31,248; Full time

Job summary

Yokogawa Bahrain is seeking an experienced Advanced Process Control Engineer to lead the implementation of APC and real-time optimization across refining, petrochemical and polymer units.

The role involves designing control architectures, coordinating with project teams, and delivering robust APC solutions. A chemical engineering background with hands-on APC/PACE experience is required, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years work experience in Advanced Process Control & Real time optimization.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. Master’s degree preferable.
• Hands on experience commissioning APC Controllers in Refining, Petrochemical and Polymer process units.
• Hands on experience with steady state process simulation models in Refining, Petrochemical and Polymer units.
• APC implementation experience in Yokogawa APC software PACE would be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential areas and benefits for applying Real Time Optimization for various process units and specify hardware/software architecture for APC implementation.
• Develop steady state simulation models of process plants in Refining, Petrochemical and Polymer units.
• Carry out RTO implementations from design through commissioning and post-audit.
• Coordinate multiple projects and provide technical support for large RTO projects.
• Provide advisory and maintenance support including modifications to control strategies and RTO training.

Skills

Excellent presentation & communication

Good leadership

DCS platforms knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PACE APC software

Job description

Not just a job, but a career

Yokogawa, award winner for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards, is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems and industrial services in several industries.

Our aim is to shape a better future for our planet through supporting the energy transition, (bio)technology, artificial intelligence, industrial cybersecurity, etc. We are committed to the United Nations sustainable development goals by utilizing our ability to measure and connect.

About the Team

Our 18,000 employees work in over 60 countries with one corporate mission, to "co-innovate tomorrow". We are looking for dynamic colleagues who share our passion for technology and care for our planet. In return, we offer you great career opportunities to grow yourself in a truly global culture where respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude are highly valued and exhibited in everything we do.

Job Purpose

• Implementation of Advanced Process Control, advanced solution monitoring and control packages.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Ability to identify the potential areas and benefits for applying Real Time Optimization Control for various process Units and specify the hardware/software architecture to carry out APC implementation.
• Develop steady state simulation model of process plants- Refining, Petrochemical and Polymer process units.
• Carry out RTO CV & MV implementations starting from Control Definition, Functional Design Specifications, Plant Testing, Detailed Engineering, Site Integration, SAT, Commissioning, Post Audit and PGTR.
• Multiple project co-ordination and provision of technical support for the successful completion of large RTO projects for various process plants.
• Provide advisory and maintenance support including carrying out modifications to the Control strategies and carry out the required RTO training to plant operators & engineers.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years work experience in the field of Advanced Process Control & Real time optimization.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering. Master’s degree is preferable.
• Hands on experience for commissioning APC Controllers in Refining, Petrochemical and Polymer process units.
• Hands on experience in steady state process simulation models in Refining, Petrochemical and Polymer process units.
• APC implementation experience in Yokogawa APC software PACE would be an added advantage.

Required Competencies / Skills

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Good leadership skills
• Knowledge of working on DCS platforms

Yokogawa is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Yokogawa wants a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. We will actively recruit, develop, and promote people from a variety of backgrounds who differ in terms of experience, knowledge, thinking styles, perspective, cultural background, and socioeconomic status. We will not discriminate based on race, skin color, age, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, belief, political opinion, nationality, ethnicity, place of origin, disability, family relations or any other circumstances. Yokogawa values differences and enables everyone to belong, contribute, succeed, and demonstrate their full potential.

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