Natural Gas & NGL Value Chain

Proclink; Hyderabad, Ahmedabad District; Hybrid; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclink seeks a seasoned consultant in Hyderabad with deep natural gas and NGL value chain expertise. You will define strategic visions, assess end-to-end value chains, and map digital landscapes to deliver actionable roadmaps and measurable commercial outcomes.

The role requires strong analytical skills, proficiency in data analytics, and experience driving digital transformation across OT/IT landscapes. Hybrid onsite/remote work is offered with client engagements across the gas value chain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise across the natural gas value chain: gathering, compression, processing, fractionation, storage, transportation, and marketing.
• Strong knowledge of NGL products (ethane, propane, butanes, pentanes+), their processing requirements and market dynamics.
• Experience in digital maturity assessments, systems landscape reviews, or OT/IT integration projects.
• Proven ability to model, analyze data, and present executive-ready findings.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate strategic vision for value chain optimization and initiatives roadmap.
• Lead end-to-end value chain assessment across upstream, midstream, and downstream segments.
• Assess technology landscape (SCADA, DCS, ERP, scheduling) and map data flows with gaps.
• Prioritize digitalization opportunities and develop phased roadmaps with ROI.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels, deliver client-ready reports, and support business development.

Skills

Gas value chain

Optimization

Digital transformation

Systems & Data

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Chemical/Petroleum/Process Engineering

Tools

Quorum

WinTrak

OpenTicket

Job description

Job Title: NATURAL GAS & NGL VALUE CHAIN

Domain: Oil & Gas - Downstream & Midstream

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking a seasoned Consultant with deep expertise in natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGL) operations to partner with our clients on defining and executing value chain optimization strategies. The successful candidate will combine strong operational knowledge of gas handling and processing with advanced digital transformation capabilities translating complex operational realities into actionable strategic roadmaps, identifying digital gaps across the value chain, and delivering measurable commercial outcomes.

1. Strategic Vision & Initiative Roadmap

Define and articulate the strategic vision for value chain optimization aligned to the client's commercial and operational objectives.

Develop a prioritized initiative roadmap spanning short-, medium-, and long-term horizons, covering upstream supply, midstream processing, and downstream distribution of natural gas and NGLs.

Identify, scope, and champion quick winshigh-impact, low-effort opportunities that generate immediate value and build stakeholder confidence.

Facilitate executive workshops and strategic alignment sessions to gain buy-in across operations, finance, IT, and commercial functions.

Translate strategic ambitions into clear business cases with quantified value potential (cost reduction, margin improvement, throughput optimization).

2. Value Chain Assessment & Optimization

Conduct end-to-end value chain analysis encompassing gas gathering, compression, treating & sweetening, fractionation, storage, transportation, and marketing.

Assess NGL value chains including ethane, propane, butane, and natural gasoline streamsfrom separation and stabilization through to product delivery and offtake.

Identify value leakage points, operational inefficiencies, scheduling bottlenecks, and commercial misalignments across the value chain.

Benchmark client performance against industry best practices and recommend targeted interventions to close performance gaps.

Model alternative value chain configurations and commercial structures (e.g., tolling vs. equity, spot vs. term) to maximize netback and margin capture.

3. Systems & Data Landscape Assessment

Perform a structured assessment of the client's current technology landscapeincluding SCADA, DCS, ERP, scheduling, nomination, and measurement systems.

Map data flows across the value chain, identifying data silos, manual handoffs, reporting gaps, and integration failures ("digital breaks").

Evaluate data quality, availability, and timeliness for operational decision-making, commercial settlement, and regulatory compliance.

Develop a systems capability heat map and gap analysis to frame the digitalization opportunity.

Review master data management (MDM) practices and data governance maturity in the context of gas measurement, allocation, and balancing.

4. Digitalization Roadmap & Quick Wins

Identify and prioritize digitalization opportunitiesfrom process automation and real-time monitoring to advanced analytics, AI/ML applications, and integrated planning tools.

Define digital quick wins: automation of manual workflows, dashboard consolidation, IoT-enabled measurement upgrades, or improved scheduling visibility.

Develop a phased digitalization roadmap with clear milestones, technology recommendations, resource requirements, and expected ROI.

Advise on fit-for-purpose technology choices (e.g., gas nomination platforms, production allocation software, digital twin capabilities, cloud-based optimization tools).

Collaborate with IT and OT teams to assess integration architecture and propose practical pathways from current to target-state digital infrastructure.

5. Stakeholder Engagement & Client Delivery

Build trusted advisor relationships with client stakeholders at operational, commercial, and executive levels.

Lead and contribute to project workstreams, ensuring deliverables are on time, on budget, and meet quality standards.

Prepare and present high-quality findings, recommendations, and roadmaps through client-ready reports and executive briefings.

Support change management by coaching client teams through new processes, tools, and operating models.

Participate in business development activities including proposal development, client scoping discussions, and practice thought leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.

Demonstrated expertise across the natural gas value chain: gathering, compression, processing, fractionation, storage, transportation, and marketing.

Strong working knowledge of NGL products (ethane, propane, butanes, pentanes+), their processing requirements, quality specifications, and market dynamics.

Proven track record in supply chain and/or value chain analysis, optimization, or transformation projects.

Experience conducting digital maturity assessments, systems landscape reviews, or operational technology (OT/IT) integration projects.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient in quantitative modeling and data analysis tools.

Excellent communication and facilitation skills; ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.

Preferred :

MBA or advanced degree in Business, Strategy, or a related field.

Experience with gas scheduling, nomination, and balancing systems (e.g., Quorum, WinTrak, OpenTicket, or equivalent).

Familiarity with digital transformation frameworks and methodologies (agile, design thinking, lean).

Exposure to AI/ML applications in production optimization, demand forecasting, or anomaly detection within upstream/midstream gas operations.

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing natural gas pipelines, tariffs, and NGL transportation (FERC, state/provincial regimes).

CORE COMPETENCIES:

NG & NGL Operations Value Chain, Optimization Strategic Roadmapping, Digital Transformation, Systems & Data Assessment, Stakeholder Management Commercial, Acumen Data Analytics, Executive Communication

WHAT WE OFFER :

High-impact engagements with leading energy companies across the natural gas value chain.

Collaborative, expert team environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional development.

Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including performance-based incentives.

Exposure to cutting-edge digital tools and methodologies shaping the future of energy operations.

Flexible working arrangements with a hybrid on-site/remote model (client travel required).