Senior Engineer Process Control

EHIF; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 20,000 - 26,500; Full time

Job summary

An engineering firm in Oman is looking for a Senior Engineer Process Control to lead optimization initiatives. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in process control within the Oil & Gas sector. Responsibilities include implementing advanced process control systems and mentoring junior engineers, ensuring compliance with safety standards and best practices. Competitive salary and diverse projects are offered.

Benefits

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Competitive salary with reviews

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in non-linear APC (e.g. Polymers) – Preferred.
• Experience in RTO.
• Knowledge of steady state and dynamic process modelling and simulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification and implementation of process optimization opportunities.
• Analyze process data to identify opportunities for APC and optimization.
• Conduct regular reviews on control loop performance.

Skills

Strong communication skill – verbal and written

Decisiveness

Critical thinking skills

Result orientation

Education

10 + years of relevant experience in process control

Experience in Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical industry

Tools

Aspen DMC

Honeywell’s Profit suite

PID tuning software

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world

Wood is recruiting for a Senior Engineer Process Control to join our team in Oman.

Position is based in Sohar, Oman.

Designing the future. Transforming the world

The Senior Process Control Engineer role is responsible for the full lifecycle of process control initiatives, from identification and implementation to performance monitoring and continuous improvement. The primary goal is to drive operational efficiency, enhance safety and performance, and ensure that all process control projects and services meet strategic and operational targets.

Responsibilities

• Leading the identification, analysis, and implementation of process optimization opportunities as Subject Matter Expert
• Developing, executing, and improving Advanced Process Control (APC), Real-Time Optimization (RTO), PID tuning, and Alarm Rationalization projects.
• Providing expert technical guidance and support to engineering, maintenance, and operational teams in process control.
• Guiding and mentoring junior engineers in process control and optimization principles.
• Ensuring all activities align with company strategies, values, and best international practices, while adhering to all HSE and legal standards.

Typical responsibilities

• Senior Process Control and Optimization: Analyze process data to identify opportunities for APC and optimization, and develop strategies to improve plant efficiency, increase product yield, and reduce energy consumption.
• Control System Tuning and Management: Monitor control loop performance, conduct regular reviews, and implement changes to reduce variability and improve overall process stability.
• Alarm Management and Rationalization: Lead alarm rationalization efforts to ensure alarms are effective, compliant with industry standards, and provide meaningful information to operators.
• Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Analyze and provide recommendations to resolve operational issues with a direct business impact, using advanced troubleshooting techniques.
• Project Management and Design Review: Participate and execute design work for process control projects, evaluate proposals, and review complex engineering designs to ensure alignment with control strategy and project goals.
• Performance Monitoring and Improvement: Continuously monitor APC performance, use data analysis and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to propose corrective actions.
• Safety and Compliance: Participate in HAZOP studies for any modifications to existing facilities, ensuring all changes comply with safety standards and best practices.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil and gas and emerging energy sectors.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks that give all employees a voice.
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we reward at the right level in line with the market.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for you and your immediate family for work or personal issues, helping your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.
• Professional Memberships: One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or licence cost per annum per active employee, reimbursed via the expense procedure system.
• Global connections: Join experts around the world at the leading edge of our industry, shaping professional standards.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Experience

• 10 + years of relevant experience in process control, automation, or a related field within the Oil & Gas / Refinery / Petrochemical industry.
• Experience in non-linear APC (e.g. Polymers) – Preferred
• Experience in RTO
• Experience in AI – Preferred

Soft Skills

• Strong communication skill – verbal and written.
• Decisiveness.
• Exercising influence.
• Work prioritization.
• Critical thinking skills.
• Result orientation.
• Planning and organizing.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency with at least one of the key APC software suites such as Aspen DMC, PACE, or Honeywell’s Profit suite.
• Experience in PID tuning and control loop performance analysis.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of at least one DCS platform such as Yokogawa, Honeywell, Schneider DCS, etc.
• Strong understanding of refinery operations, petrochemicals and economics.
• Knowledge of alarm rationalization: alarm prioritization, suppression, bad actor analysis.
• Knowledge of project management, from initial scope definition and vendor selection to system commissioning and performance monitoring.

Knowledge of steady state and dynamic process modelling and simulations.

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with relevant governing laws.