Technology Consultant

Aramco; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Technology Consultant to enhance their global manufacturing excellence. The role focuses on developing technology management programs and deploying innovative solutions across their downstream operations, emphasizing sustainability and efficiency. This position offers substantial support for career growth and involves collaboration with diverse teams on transformative projects.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience as a Technology Consultant.
• Good understanding of downstream technologies.
• Experience in leading complex technology projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of technologies across downstream portfolio.
• Develop technology roadmaps aligned with business challenges.
• Perform feasibility studies and develop business cases.

Skills

Change Management

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical)

Master’s degree

Job description

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world’s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a forward-looking perspective, born of our nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are seeking a Technology Consultant to join the Global Manufacturing Excellence Digitalization and Technology Division (GME-DTD).

GME is the recognized Center of Excellence driving value across Saudi Aramco’s downstream global manufacturing portfolio. D&TD is responsible for leading the technology function, collaborating across various downstream functions and at a corporate level.

Role Summary

Your primary role is to support the development and deployment of technology management programs aimed at providing technical support across Saudi Aramco’s global manufacturing portfolio. You will ideate, introduce, deploy, and sustain innovative technological solutions within domains including reliability, maintenance, sustainability, energy, and process.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end implementation of technologies across the downstream portfolio including petrochemical facilities, refineries, terminals, bulk plants, and gas plants.
• Develop comprehensive, value-adding technology roadmaps aligned with business challenges such as energy optimization, sustainability, plant availability, debottlenecking, and process optimization.
• Accelerate technology deployment by working closely with internal and external agencies and vendors.
• Conduct feasibility studies including technical and economic evaluations of solutions, platforms, and new technologies.
• Scout for innovative and value-adding technologies to enable technological advancement.
• Develop business cases and perform cost/benefit analyses for technology deployment.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other consultants to deliver solutions that meet technical and business needs.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate progress and benefits of technology initiatives to stakeholders and senior management.
• Work with technology providers to develop training programs supporting technology adoption by end-users.
• Recognize and implement necessary changes to standards and governance.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes impacting technology implementations.
• Ensure compliance with governance and standards, and evaluate solution implementations.
• Provide technical leadership and support to operational teams in technology design, development, and execution.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Electrical, Mechanical); Master’s degree preferred.
• 15 years of experience as a Technology Consultant in technology ideation, scouting, and deployment.
• Good understanding of downstream technologies, including refinery processes.
• Experience in developing business cases and benefit/cost analyses for downstream technologies.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and project lifecycles.
• Strong understanding of change management, engineering, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Experience in leading complex technology projects in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Job Post Duration

Start date: 07/01/2025

End date: 12/31/2025

Working Environment

Our employees are supported by investment in capital and technology, working on world-scale projects with extensive training and development programs to enhance their skills and knowledge.