Advanced Control Engineer

Air Products Inc; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial gas sector is seeking a Process Control Engineer to design and implement advanced process control systems. The role focuses on optimizing efficiency and safety in gasification and power production operations, requiring collaboration with various teams and a strong background in process control technologies.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience with DCS and APC tools.
• Experience in process control in gasification or chemical industries.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize advanced process control strategies.
• Monitor and troubleshoot APC systems for reliability.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate APC solutions.

Skills

Process Modeling

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Team Collaboration

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen DMCplus

Honeywell Profit Controller

Python

MATLAB

Job description

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate, and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we build tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

Reimagine What’s Possible

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

To design, implement, and maintain advanced process control systems that optimize efficiency, safety, and reliability in gasification and power production operations.

JOB OBJECTIVES

1. Process optimization: To design, implement, and optimize advanced process control (APC) strategies to enhance operational efficiency and output.
2. System reliability and efficiency: To monitor and troubleshoot APC systems to ensure reliability and minimal downtime.
3. Interdisciplinary collaboration: To collaborate with operations and engineering teams to integrate APC solutions with existing processes.
4. Data analysis and modelling: To analyze process data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
5. Safety and compliance: To ensure APC solutions comply with safety, environmental, and industry regulations.
6. Innovation in control systems: To develop and maintain simulation models to support process control initiatives.
7. Troubleshooting and problem-solving: To provide training and technical support to operations personnel on APC tools and methods.
8. Continuous improvement: To lead continuous improvement projects focused on reducing costs and enhancing plant performance.

QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Control, or a related field.

Job Related Work Experience

1. Work experience in process control, preferably in gasification, power generation, or chemical industries.
2. 5-8 years of experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Advanced Process Control tools, and simulation software.

Job-Related Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in APC tools (e.g., Aspen DMCplus, Honeywell Profit Controller).
• Understanding of gasification, combustion, and power generation processes.
• Strong background in process modeling, simulation, and optimization.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and industry regulations.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong programming and scripting skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB).
• Excellent communication and team collaboration abilities.
• Project management and organizational skills.

We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We deliver safe, end-to-end solutions, invest in real, clean energy projects at scale, and drive the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products, safety is our priority, diversity is essential, and inclusion is our culture. Each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products.