Information and Digitalization Engineer

Technology Co; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Neste Rotterdam is seeking an Information and Digitalization Engineer to bolster the refinery's data ecosystem. You will manage IP21 and related applications, turning data into actionable insights to drive production, maintenance, and optimization.

You will collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Process Engineers to ensure data quality and reliability, while leading lifecycle updates with AspenTech and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, IT or related field.
• Min 5 years of experience with MES/IP21 in production environments.
• Knowledge of integration between DCS/PLC and information/data systems.
• Experience with industrial databases and reporting tools like PI Vision/Power BI/SQL.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain IP21 and related applications at Neste Rotterdam sites.
• Develop KPI reports, dashboards, and data integrations IP21 ↔ DCS/PLC ↔ business apps.
• Ensure data quality, availability, and reliability of process information.
• Support troubleshooting via historical and real-time data analysis.
• Lead vendor (AspenTech) and internal stakeholder coordination for lifecycle updates.
• Prepare and maintain technical dataflow and interface documentation.
• Ensure compliance with data management and cybersecurity standards.

Skills

MES experience

IP21 knowledge

DCS/PLC integration

Industrial databases

Power BI

SQL

PI Vision

Historian tools

English proficiency

Dutch language (preferably)

Project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/IT/Automation/Control Engineering

Tools

AspenTech IP21

PI Vision

Power BI

SQL

Historian tools

Job description

Information and Digitalization Engineer

Location: Rotterdam, NL

Country/Region: NL

Job Area: Engineering

Business Unit: RP, Refining

Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, which enable our customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

We are looking for you,

Information and Digitalization Engineer, you will be the backbone of our refinery's data ecosystem. You will manage, optimize, and expand our process information systems — specifically AspenTech InfoPlus.21 (IP21). Your bridge the gap between complex industrial data and actionable insights that drive production, maintenance, and high-level optimization.

In this job you will work closely with the Operation Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Process Engineers, Operators and ensure data quality, availability, and reliability of process information, turn data into actionable insights with the help of equipment vendors and our Refinery Solutions team. Furthermore, you will manage the lifecycle of several plant information systems at Neste to ensure the systems are compliant and reliable.

You will report to the Automation and Control Lead.

Reasons to join

Real impact right now. We work in an inspiring and evolving business environment, where everything we do serves one purpose: to create a healthier planet for our children. To drive a growing impact as a global leader in renewable and circular solutions we live by our values every day; we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

Safety and caring. We value safety always and everywhere. We want our work to feel good and do good. At Neste, we nurture a culture where everyone is welcome and feels safe, respected and encouraged to be their unique true selves.

Exciting growth. Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global growing company we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is the key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working.

More about the job

Your role in our team

• Manage and maintain Process Information systems (IP21) and related applications at the different sites of Neste Rotterdam.
• Develop and implement reports (KPI), dashboards, and data integrations between IP21, DCS/PLC, and business applications.
• Ensure data quality, availability, and reliability of process information, turn data into actionable insights.
• Support troubleshooting activities through analysis of historical and real-time data.
• Act as the technical lead for Vendors (AspenTech) and internal stakeholders (Operations, IT, Engineering) to execute lifecycle updates and digitalization projects.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and specifications (data flows, configurations, interfaces).
• Ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulations related to data management and cybersecurity.

Keys to success in this role

• Bachelor’s or Masters degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field like Control Engineering, Automation
• Min 5 years of experience with MES and/or Process Information Systems (preferably AspenTech IP21) in a production environment.
• Knowledge of integration between DCS/PLC and information/data systems.
• Experience with industrial databases, reporting tools (e.g., PI Vision, Power BI, SQL, Historian tools).
• Familiarity with industry standards regarding data security and reliability.
• Fluency in English and preferably good command of the Dutch language;
• Knowledge of project preparation and project reviews.

Other strengths we value

• Proactive, self-starter and a can-do mindset.
• Ability to work and function efficiently with manufacturing unit personnel in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and configure Data systems, configuration skills in IP 21.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly.
• High level of safety awareness.

Let’s get you started

Wondering whether we are a match or not? Take a short test at neste.com/game.

If you have any questions regarding the process or the position, please get in touch with Recruitment Partner, [e-mail]

We will do our best to contact you within two weeks after the application time has ended. The recruitment process will include two interviews and an aptitude assessment.

About Neste

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion.

Read more: neste.com