Global APC & Optimization Engineer

LyondellBasell Industries

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking a senior APC&O specialist to maximize production, optimize energy use, and reduce emissions across global polymer units. The role leads high-value APC&O projects, mentors engineers, and collaborates with sites to implement advanced control strategies.

The position requires 8+ years in APC in petrochemicals, with polymer experience preferred. Based out of Houston area (HEC) or any North American LYB site, it offers global impact and innovative technology adoption

Qualifications

  • APC experience in polymer or petrochemical processes required.
  • Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years APC experience in petrochemicals; polymer experience preferred.
  • Solid knowledge of process control theory and APC&O concepts.
  • Ability to lead global initiatives and collaborate across sites.

Responsibilities

  • Lead high-value APC&O projects at global sites.
  • Define and support regulatory control strategies for APC applications.
  • Consult with sites to prioritize APC&O projects based on benefit.
  • Provide training and develop documentation, standards and procedures for APC&O.
  • Mentor engineers and lead APC&O networks across sites.
  • Evaluate new AI-based APC&O technologies to gain competitive advantages.
  • Develop KPIs for proactive and reactive monitoring of APC&O applications.

Skills

APC/Advanced Process Control
Polymer process experience
Nonlinear modelling
Cross-functional leadership
Process engineering theory

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Aspen APC&O (DMC3, Aspen IQ)
Rockwell Pavilion (VOA, MPC)
Emerson DCS
Honeywell DCS
Schneider Electric DCS
Yokogawa DCS

Job description

LyondellBasell is seeking a senior APC&O specialist to maximize production, optimize energy use, and reduce emissions across global polymer units. The role leads high-value APC&O projects, mentors engineers, and collaborates with sites to implement advanced control strategies.

The position requires 8+ years in APC in petrochemicals, with polymer experience preferred. Based out of Houston area (HEC) or any North American LYB site, it offers global impact and innovative technology adoption

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