Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer

What's the role

We are seeking an experienced Advanced Process Control (APC) Engineer to join our team at Shell Chennai, TAS organization. The ideal candidate will have proven years of experience in the oil and gas sector, with a strong background in APC implementation. This role will be part of the PACO TOMship under Production Optimization GMship, focusing on process automation, control, and optimization.

The job will be remote work mostly with some site travel (10-20% annually).

Work timings- General, Morning & Evening shifts depending on asset location.

What you'll be doing

• Support Shell assets in Design, develop, implement and monitoring of advanced process control strategies to optimize production processes.
• Contribute to Shells E2E optimization initiatives by implementation and monitoring of APC on PACE tool in various downstream processes (CDUs, HCUs etc.) using Shell recommended approach
• Monitor and maintain APC systems in various Shell assets to ensure optimal operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve process control issues.
• Network with counterparts and other levels of organization across the different operating units, data centers and develop external networks with global Shell assets and subject matter experts
• Develop competencies within the APC and process control team, improve ways of working with Shell assets, involve in quality improvement initiatives and support team members on projects to enhance their technical knowledge

What you bring

• Preferably with a bachelors or masters degree in in chemical engineering, process engineering, or a related field
• Proven relevant experience in the oil and gas sector, with a focus on APC implementation.
• Strong knowledge of process automation, control, and optimization (PACO).
• Experience in DCS skills related to APC pre commissioning activities e.g. Honeywell, Yokogawa, Emerson etc.
• Experience of working as a technologist, process control and automation is preferable.
• Proficiency in APC software and tools, PACE, SMOC, DMC, Profit Suite/RMPCT or relevant
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

You bring your skills and experience to Shell and in return you work with talented, committed people on one of the most important challenges facing our planet. Youll have the opportunity to develop the skills you need to grow in an environment where we value honesty, integrity and respect for one another. Youll be able to balance your priorities as you become the best version of yourself.

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values-led culture that encourages you to be the best
• version of yourself.
• Join an organization working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programs.