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Come Join an Inclusive TeamThis position within Global Process Engineering (GPE), Advanced Controls & Optimization (ACO) division is to provide technical expertise to maximize production, improve plant yield, optimize energy usage, reduce carbon emissions, and improve operations stability, reliability and safety through the use of Advanced Process Control & Optimization (APC&O). Responsibilities include developing and implementing APC and Transition Manager (TM) solutions at polymer units at global sites. Collaboration with various work groups worldwide is required to ensure maximum value is derived from APC&O applications.
This is a high visibility position with ability to impact multiple global sites and lead or actively participate in several new global initiatives in value enhancement and sustainability. Position will be based out of HEC if successful candidate is in Houston area, or can be based out of any LYB manufacturing site in North America.
A Day in the LifeGeneral
Technical lead for high value APC&O projects being executed within LyondellBasell's global manufacturing sites
Define and support DCS regulatory control strategies as required for APC applications
Consult and assist sites in developing and prioritizing APC&O projects and regulatory control opportunities based on benefit assessment
Provide technical consulting, formal and informal training, and development of documentation, standards and procedures in relation to the role
Lead and provide technical expertise for new, revamp and maintenance of site APC applications including polymer transition managers
Evaluate, test and develop execution strategy on new process control technologies that will drive differential outcome
Participate and lead both internal and external APC&O networks to maintain strong reputation as an industry leader
Provide formal and informal mentorship to other site CSE engineers to improve their skills
Evaluate new next generation AI based linear and nonlinear APC&O technologies to obtain more benefits and stay ahead of the competition
Develop KPIs for proactive and reactive monitoring of APC&O applications
Area of Expertise, Requirements
Understanding of process engineering theory and control theory fundamentals and have the ability to model and control chemical processes
Demonstrated APC experience within polymer or petrochemical process is required
Process experience in polymer (PP and/or PE) manufacturing is preferred
Expertise with Aspen APC&O products (DMC3, Aspen IQ) and/or Rockwell Pavilion (VOA, MPC)
Hands-on experience with distributed control systems (Emerson, Honeywell, Schneider, or Yokogawa)
Experience in nonlinear modelling techniques is considered a plus
You Bring This ValueEducation
Bachelor of Science Engineering degree, Chemical Engineering preferred
Work Experience
Minimum of 8 years APC experience in relevant petrochemical industry, with polymer experience preferred
Languages English
Other skills
Strong cross-functional leadership and teamwork skills to manage and successfully drive critical global initiatives and interface with and relate complex concepts/issues with all levels
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing with internal and external clients
Ability to manage multiple/changing priorities and drive for results
Ability to work with vendors and lead/manage projects successfully within schedule and budget constraints
Ability to be independent and innovative in identifying opportunities and driving initiatives
CompetenciesDrive Innovation
Technical Skills
Grow Capabilities
Promote Inclusion
Motivational Fit
Build Partnerships
Deliver Results
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