Lead Engineer, Digitalisation and Advanced Refining

Neste; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Neste, the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and SAF, seeks a Lead Engineer for Digitalisation and Advanced Refining in Singapore. Based in Tuas South, you will drive digital technology initiatives and AI-powered solutions to improve site safety, reliability and efficiency, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

You will advance projects with a strong focus on value creation, MOC processes and timely delivery, shaping a world-class digital refinery capability while aligning with

Qualifications

• ProfessionalEngineering degree required, recognised university.
• At least 8 years of experience in refinery/petrochemical or related process industries.
• Experience adopting digital technology or AI solutions to improve refining performance.
• Strong project execution and delivery capability.
• Deep knowledge of digital tech and AI in refining contexts.

Responsibilities

• Own the portfolio of digitalisation and advanced refining initiatives.
• Drive value, ensure timely implementation and clear milestones.
• Collaborate with local and global teams to ensure compliance and maximize ROI.
• Lead change management and stakeholder engagement across the site.
• Foster safe, reliable and competitive refining operations.

Skills

Digital tech

AI solutions

Project execution

Stakeholder engagement

Safety mindset

Education

Professional Engineering degree

Job description

Are you looking for a career in an inspiring, global environment where your expertise makes a difference? At Neste, you will be working for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, which enable our customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions.

Lead Engineer, Digitalisation and Advanced Refining

to our Refining Excellence team based in Tuas South, Singapore.

You will focus on spearheading the portfolio of digital technology and advanced refining initiatives to deliver transformative improvements in site competitiveness. You will also adopt and adapt advanced technologies —such as industrial robotics for safety, digital platforms for margin optimization, and AI applications etc, and map them back to site ambitions to create high impact. You are also responsible for driving accelerated solution adoption through clear value creation, robust Management of Change (MOC), and proactive stakeholder engagement. In this job you will work closely with multiple stakeholders in technical office, refining competence centre and various functions at site. Together with your expertise, we can do meaningful work to drive Neste forward.

Reasons to join

We operate in an inspiring and evolving business environment as a global leader in renewable fuels. We contribute to Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage, we cooperate.

We prioritize safety at all times and in every location. We strive to create a positive and impactful work environment.

Transformation brings new possibilities and fosters our courage and curiosity. As a global company, we support personal development with versatile learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is key, and we believe in flexible, smart ways of working. We work at the office at least three days a week to ensure seamless teamwork and a sense of belonging.

More about the job

Your role in our team

Accountable for the overall portfolio of initiatives delivering transformative improvements.

The themes to be developed are in the areas of Safety, Reliability and Competitiveness.

The initiatives whilst have to be mature sufficiently to be successful in the refinery, they are to also provide the edge to the site in driving KPI on safety, reliability, efficiency and competitiveness.

Ensure implementation is timely and aligned with objectives, intent, clear value and milestones.

CROSS FUNCTIONAL COLLABORATION

Accountable through close collaboration with local and global teams during deployment to guarantee compliance with company requirements and regulations while capturing maximum financial impact.

Work closely with solution providers to ensure transparent value creation, cycle life cost and implementation details.

WORLD CLASS CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Foster a world class culture of accelerated solution adoption and operational excellence by clearly articulating returns on investment (ROI) and engaging technical and leadership stakeholders effectively.

Use the change management not as a tick-the-box exercise but truly surface risks, opportunities and for mapping stakeholders to engage at the various levels

Keys to success in this role / The best combination to succeed in this role

• Professional Engineering degree from a recognised university.
• At least 8 years of experience in the Refinery, Petrochemicals or related process industries.
• Have demonstrated experience in adopting and implementing digital technology or AI solutions on driving refining performance.
• Competent in project execution strategies.
• Deep knowledge of Digital Technology and AI solutions relevant to the refining and process industry.
• Attributes include a can-do attitude, deep curiosity in the world of using digital technology to drive performance, clarity in communication, execution discipline and ability to inspire others.
• Responsible attitude and safety-oriented mindset

Depending on the location and the requirements of the position, the process may include a health examination (with a drug test) and/or a security clearance.

Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world's leading producer of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with production on three continents. The company’s renewables production capacity is expected to reach 6.8 million tons annually in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 fuel stations with expanding service offering, such as EV charging, in Finland and in the Baltics.

Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels, which help its customers to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Neste is included in many international indices for its sustainability performance. In 2025, Neste's revenue stood at EUR 19.0 billion. Read more: neste.com