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The company is looking for a Senior Specialist - Project Management (DCS SME) who will be responsible for overseeing the installation and maintenance of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) such as AspenTech or Honeywell. The responsibilities of the role span across all phases of the project to ensure a timely installation and configuration of the DCS system, as well as providing continuous support for the operation and site engineers on operating and maintaining the DCS.
Responsibilities
- Perform onsite step testing for any process and well operation.
- Apply expertise in dynamic linear models (DLM) and multivariable predictive control (MPC) techniques to develop and implement advanced control strategies for production optimization.
- Implement MPC algorithms to optimize complex processes in real time, considering multiple variables and constraints.
- Contribute to the design and development of new control systems related to DCS, as well as testing, maintaining, and modifying existing systems.
- Monitor and inspect the instrumentation and controls (I&C) installation activities of the Contractor regarding progress, compliance with the contract and applicable codes/standards, quality, safety, and environmental acceptance.
- Review and approve site-related I&C and OPC equipment design and engineering matters.
- Coordinate with IT/OT and Digital Oil Fields focal points on the technical requirements and standards compliance.
- Ensure safety functions are integrated into all aspects of work for all personnel.
- Review and approve the proposed DCS test procedures performed by the Contractor, witness and participate in such tests, and review the related test reports.
- Attend regular (daily and weekly) site coordination meetings with the Contractor and the monthly progress review meeting (when held on site or on Teams).
- Perform site visits and data collection activities.
- Prepare regular site progress reports for the I&C DCS related systems as required.
- Maintain records for the part of variations by either the Contractor or the company/Client including the necessary evidence.
- Review and confirm the completeness and correctness of the installation and configuration handover packages as prepared by the Contractor.
- Review the preliminary documentation and commissioning O&M manuals submitted by the Contractor.
- Assist in the coordination of I&C equipment works with civil, mechanical, and electrical works to avoid conflicts and minimize delays in the projects.
- Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations and quality standards, especially with the company requirements.
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors, and relevant stakeholders.
- Knowledge of project management execution in cost and time-constrained environments.
Qualifications
Professional experience required:
- At least 7 years of professional experience with Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
- At least 5 years of extensive experience onsite with installation, configuration, and support as a lead engineer, including closing all stages of the project.
- Mandatory knowledge in Distributed Control Systems (DCS), preferably in Honeywell, Yokogawa, Schneider, Siemens, and/or ABB.
- Mandatory knowledge and experience in network architecture (OT/IT).
- Mandatory experience with OPC servers and knowledge in OSI PI historian.
- Preferred knowledge and experience in firewall configuration.
- Candidates with previous CICPA and Optima will be preferred.
- Candidates who have knowledge and experience with company HSE safety standards and requirements will be preferred.
Minimum Educational Requirements:
- Degree in Control and Instrumentation Engineering, Process Engineering, or Electronic Engineering.
What working at the company offers
- Culture: Encouraging initiative, work in an environment that is fast-paced and varied, surrounded by talented peers from around the world, who are similarly attracted to applying their skills to solve transformational challenges.
- Career: Join a team in which your contribution is recognized and rewarded, while you are supported to operate at your peak performance.
- Rewards: An attractive remuneration package that includes healthcare, education support for dependents, leave benefits, and more.
