Ethylene APC Expert & Process Optimization Lead

Client of Brunel; Doha; On-site; QAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Brunel is seeking an experienced Advanced Process Control (APC) professional to monitor and optimize the mid- to long-term performance of APC across refinery and petrochemical processes in Qatar. The role requires leading change management activities and driving continuous improvement in process control strategies.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in Oil & Gas with three years in APC analysis, and extensive experience with ethylene and polyethylene manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Control Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in Oil & Gas, with at least 3 years as an Analyst in Advanced Process Control.
• Ethylene and polyethylene manufacturing experience is required.
• Petrochemicals industry experience is preferred.
• English proficiency required; Arabic working knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve APC performance against internal and external benchmarks to optimize operations.
• Identify recurring APC problems and opportunities for sustainable solutions.
• Lead Management of Change for advanced process control changes and support plant/process changes.
• Track mid- and long-term process performance using KPIs and assess impact on actual performance.
• Provide guidance on long-term APC strategy for units to ensure optimized operation.
• Conduct internal and external APC studies to align with industry leading practices.

Skills

English proficiency

Arabic working knowledge

Education

Bachelors in Chemical or Control Engineering

Job description

Client of Brunel is seeking an experienced Advanced Process Control (APC) professional to monitor and optimize the mid- to long-term performance of APC across refinery and petrochemical processes in Qatar. The role requires leading change management activities and driving continuous improvement in process control strategies.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in Oil & Gas with three years in APC analysis, and extensive experience with ethylene and polyethylene manufacturing.