Advanced Process Control Engineer- Relocate to Saudi Arabia

aramco; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking an experienced Advanced Process Control Engineer to enhance operations through cutting-edge technologies. This role involves optimizing refinery processes, leading improvement initiatives, and providing engineering support across facilities. With a focus on APC technologies like DMC3 and Machine Learning, you will play a pivotal role in driving efficiency and economic performance. The position offers competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of reliability engineering experience in downstream Oil & Gas.
• Strong understanding of refinery economics and energy balances.

Responsibilities

• Align APC objectives with corporate goals and monitor KPIs.
• Analyze process data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead technical reviews and ensure optimization requirements are met.

Skills

Advanced Process Control (APC)

DMC3

Machine Learning

AI

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Advanced Degree (preferred)

Tools

Control Systems

OPC

Job description

Advanced Process Control Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia

Join us to apply for the Advanced Process Control Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia role at Aramco.

Candidate must relocate to Saudi Arabia.

Aramco energizes the world economy and is one of the largest producers of hydrocarbons and chemicals with low upstream carbon intensities. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, we operate globally, emphasizing technological investment and societal contribution.

Overview

We seek an experienced Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer to join our Global Manufacturing Excellence (GME) team within the Reliability Solutions Department (RSD). The role involves providing engineering support across Saudi Aramco’s facilities, focusing on optimizing operations through APC technologies such as DMC3, PACE, or Profit Suite, and leading improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Align APC objectives with corporate goals, develop programs, monitor KPIs to enhance APC and economic performance.
• Analyze process data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop inferential models for refinery efficiency and cost reduction.
• Implement APC strategies, conduct feasibility studies, and establish business cases.
• Evaluate new APC technologies like Real-Time Optimization, Machine Learning, and AI.
• Address complex APC issues to improve processes and economic benefits.
• Provide expertise and training to operational and engineering teams.
• Lead technical reviews, performance assessments, and ensure optimization requirements are met.
• Monitor economic KPIs and recommend improvements.
• Review standards and act as SME within GME.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or related; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of reliability engineering experience in downstream Oil & Gas; 20+ years preferred.
• Expertise in APC, control systems, OPC.
• Strong understanding of refinery economics, mass, and energy balances.
• Familiarity with international standards for APC.
• Analytical and troubleshooting skills in APC.
• Leadership skills for managing technical teams.
• Knowledge of oil/gas plant processes.

Working Environment

We offer challenging projects, competitive remuneration, and extensive talent development programs supported by significant investment in technology and training.

Additional Details

• Country/Region: Saudi Arabia
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Functions: Engineering, Business Development, Consulting
• Industries: Oil and Gas, Engineering Services, Operations Consulting