Principal Real-Time Optimization Consultant

AVEVA; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

AVEVA is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to lead real-time optimization projects for refinery and petrochemical operations using AVEVA Process Optimization software. You will head end-to-end implementations and collaborate with cross-functional teams worldwide.

The role demands a strong process engineering background, hands-on experience with industry simulators, and the ability to support presales activities while traveling up to 30% of the time. Fluent English is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in real-time optimization systems.
• Minimum 8 years in refinery, petrochemical, chemical, or EPC sectors.
• Hands-on experience with process simulators: PRO/II, HYSYS, Aspen Plus, PetroSIM.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration, including APC.
• Fluent English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Participate in project kickoff and design specification meetings.
• Lead the preparation and review of Functional Design Specification (FDS).
• Configure AVEVA Process Optimization applications.
• Conduct model reviews and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Oversee site commissioning and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation.
• Deliver user training sessions.
• Provide ongoing application support (on-site and remote).
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop technical proposals.
• Assist in cost estimation and solution scoping.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness by supporting value-based engagements, including value articulation, benefits tracking, and alignment to commercial outcomes.

Skills

English proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

Client-facing

Travel readiness

Education

Chemical Engineering degree (BSc/MSc/PhD)

Tools

PRO/II

HYSYS

Aspen Plus

PetroSIM

APC knowledge

Job description

AVEVA is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to lead real-time optimization projects for refinery and petrochemical operations using AVEVA Process Optimization software. You will head end-to-end implementations and collaborate with cross-functional teams worldwide.

The role demands a strong process engineering background, hands-on experience with industry simulators, and the ability to support presales activities while traveling up to 30% of the time. Fluent English is required.