Tech Specialist-Advanced Process Control
Core
Develop, implement, and sustain Advanced Process Control (APC) applications to enhance process stability, reliability, energy efficiency, and profitability in refining and petrochemical assets.
Role type
Senior IC Advanced Process Control Engineer
Builds
Advanced control solutions and optimization strategies for Shell's refining and petrochemical plants
Domain
Energy / Refining and Petrochemicals / Process Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Multivariable predictive control, Process optimization methodologies, APC project lifecycle management (design to commissioning), Base layer control tuning, Model identification, Inferential model development, DCS system integration, Control system configuration
Preferred skills
Shell PACE, SMOC, Aspen DMC3, DMC plus, Honeywell Profit Suite experience, Troubleshooting process control issues
Technologies
Shell PACE, SMOC, Aspen DMC3, DMC plus, Honeywell Profit Suite, DCS systems
Responsibilities
Develop and implement APC strategies to optimize plant performance; Perform site surveys, scoping studies, and benefit audits; Tune base layer controls and develop functional designs; Commission APC controllers and fine-tune for optimization objectives; Develop and maintain process control documentation (narratives, P&IDs, config files); Provide technical support and training to plant personnel
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC