Global APC Lead Engineer - Advanced Process Control

Clariant SE; Łódź; Hybrid; PLN 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% yearly bonus

Language bonuses 800–1000 PLN

Relocation support

Hybrid work model Łódź

Training & development

Private health care

Job summary

Clariant, a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, seeks an Advanced Process Control Lead Engineer (m/f/d) to drive the design, development, and deployment of APC solutions across its manufacturing sites. You will shape APC roadmaps, lead cross-functional teams, and mentor staff while collaborating with AI and analytics initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field, 3+ years APC, and 5+ years in project management.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in a related field.
• 3+ years in Advanced Process Control (APC), DCS integration, and process optimization in chemicals.
• 5+ years in project management and digital solution implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end APC implementation across global sites, including Model Predictive Control and real-time optimization.
• Define APC strategy, roadmaps, architecture and technology direction for Clariant.
• Develop process models and dynamic simulations to support control design.
• Collaborate with plant operations, engineering, and business units to identify APC opportunities.
• Integrate APC with digital platforms by partnering with Data Science teams to connect AI tools.
• Monitor performance, define KPIs, and drive continuous improvement of control models.
• Establish governance standards for APC across Clariant and transfer knowledge through training.
• Build internal APC competency via documentation and mentoring during handover.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Technical translation

Independent worker

Digital innovation

Education

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering / Process Engineering / Automation

Job description

Clariant, a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, seeks an Advanced Process Control Lead Engineer (m/f/d) to drive the design, development, and deployment of APC solutions across its manufacturing sites. You will shape APC roadmaps, lead cross-functional teams, and mentor staff while collaborating with AI and analytics initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a related field, 3+ years APC, and 5+ years in project management.