Services Principal Consultant
Core
Lead execution of process simulation and optimization projects for refining, petrochemical, and upstream operations using open-equation models and APO/APS technologies.
Role type
Senior IC process simulation and optimization engineer (chemical engineering)
Builds
Open-equation process models, APO/APS optimization solutions, and automated model workflows for industrial plants
Domain
Oil & gas, refining, petrochemical, upstream production
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Chemical engineering fundamentals (thermodynamics, mass/energy balances), process simulation and optimization tools (APO/ROMeo), Python/MATLAB/TCL scripting, Model Predictive Control (MPC) concepts, project execution planning
Preferred skills
Master's or Ph.D. in Chemical/Petrochemical/Refinery Engineering, 5+ years in online optimization applications, experience with open-equation modeling frameworks, understanding of industrial process economic drivers
Technologies
APO, APS, ROMeo, Python, MATLAB, TCL
Responsibilities
Develop and validate open-equation process models; configure and automate model workflows; diagnose and resolve model configuration and plant operation issues; support FAT activities for APO/APS solutions; deliver client presentations and technical proposals; onsite commissioning support
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC