Technology Consultant – Refinery Experience Only

Saudi Aramco; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco is seeking a Technology Consultant within the Global Manufacturing Excellence Digitalization and Technology Division. You will support technology management programs across the Saudi Aramco Global Manufacturing portfolio, ideating and deploying innovative tech in reliability, maintenance, sustainability, energy and process domains.

You will collaborate with consultants, engineers and project managers to deliver comprehensive tech solutions, prepare progress reports, and train

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field; Masters preferred.
• Experience of 10–15 years as a Technology Consultant ideating and deploying tech.
• Strong understanding of downstream technologies, including refinery processes.
• Experience developing business cases and cost/benefit analyses for downstream tech.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams across project lifecycles.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end implementation of technologies across downstream assets.
• Develop technology roadmaps aligned to energy optimization and process improvement.
• Accelerate deployment with internal/external teams and vendors.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost/benefit evaluations.
• Perform technology scouting to identify innovative solutions.
• Develop business cases for technology deployments and changes.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Change management

Engineering knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder communication

Technical scouting

Education

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

Masters preferred

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Technology Consultant to join Global Manufacturing Excellence Digitalization and Technology Division (D&T).

Global Manufacturing Excellence is the recognized Center of Excellence driving value across Saudi Aramco’s Downstream Global manufacturing portfolio. D&T is responsible for leading the technology function collaborating across various downstream functions and corporate as well.

Your primary role is to support the development and deployment of technology management programs aimed at providing technical support across Saudi Aramco Global Manufacturing portfolio. You will ideate, introduce, deploy and sustain novel and innovative technological solutions within various 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 and bulk plants as well as gas plants.
• Develop comprehensive value adding technology roadmaps aligned to business challenges such as energy optimization, sustainability, plant availability, debottlenecking and process optimization.
• Accelerate technology deployment working closely with internal and external execution agencies and vendors.
• Conduct feasibility studies including technical and economic evaluation of solutions, platforms, and new technologies.
• Perform technologies scouting to enable the identification of innovative and value adding technologies.
• Develop business case and cost/benefit analysis for technologies deployment.
• Work with other consultants, engineers, and project managers to deliver comprehensive solutions that address both technical and business requirements.
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate the progress and benefits of technology initiatives to peers, relevant stakeholders and senior management.
• Collaborate with technology providers in developing and conducting tailored training content and programs to support the implementation and adoption of technologies by end-users.
• Recognize and introduce necessary changes to standards and governance.
• Stay abreast of global and regional Oil and Gas industry trends, market conditions, and regulatory changes that may impact technology implementations.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and standards, evaluate solution implementations. And identify necessary changes to standards and governance.

Minimum Requirements

• You will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (Chemical, Industrial, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering). A Masters’ degree is preferred.
• You will have 10-15 years of experience as a Technology Consultant ideating, scouting, introducing and tracking value added technology deployment.
• You have good understanding of downstream technologies, including but not limited to refinery processes.
• You will have experience in developing business case and benefit/cost analysis for downstream technology.
• You will have experience in working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, across the project lifecycle fostering effective communication and cooperation.
• You will be able to demonstrate excellent understanding of management of change, engineering and design package as well as regulatory, risk mitigation and safety requirements.
• You will have experience in change management, including developing and implementing technology changes.
• You will be able to demonstrate understanding of relevant industry energy, safety and design regulations and standards ensuring compliance of proposed technology solutions.
• You will be able to demonstrate excellent understanding of manufacturing technology solutions enabling the key process areas including production, reliability, environmental, safety and sustainability
• You will have strong project management skills with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex technology implementation projects in the O&G business
• You have the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in Job offer

Work schedule: Full Time – To be specified in Job offer

Tagged as: Tech & Manufacturing Oversight Dept