Senior Process Optimization Engineer
What is the role?
As a Senior Process Optimisation Engineer you are to:
- Design/asset optimisation activities concentrate on routine topics (guided by procedures or multiple precedents) on separation and transport processes. Supports integration of own work into the overall scope.
- Works as an autonomous Process Engineer, translates the guidelines and standards into practice and solves common technical challenges. Works within company standards and policies under defined directions while receiving occasional guidance on techniques. Makes recommendations and improvements to existing processes. Carries out peer reviews and supports less experienced team members, escalating where appropriate. May hold Technical Authority TA3.
- Ensures integration of related discipline activities to achieve delivery which is safe (all aspects of HSSE - personal/process safety and environment), fit for purpose and meeting cost-value optimisation.
- Performs tasks within design, operation, or maintenance of facilities/plant, interfacing with stakeholders and managing contractors.
- Independently manages the relation with multiple (groups of) internal and external stakeholders on a tactical level.
- Includes technical specialist area fluid flow and flow assurance
Accountabilities:
- Drive improvements in WRFM practices in target Assets, ensuring that the global WRFM standard and approach is applied, with specific focus on Process Engineering, including providing support for WRFM Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reporting on monthly/quarterly/yearly basis.
- Accountable for surface engineering aspects of WRFM minimum standard assessments for all facilities as per plan.
- Accountable for development of facilities operating envelopes for target assets and ensure regular updates in line with agreed SPDC update cycles. Drive the development and deployment of live surface operating envelopes.
- Use exception-based surveillance and real-time measurements to support performance monitoring of facilities and support Operations in order to spot instrumentation/process control/plant tuning requirements. Drive the deployment and optimal utilization of real-time surveillance tools (PI, EBS, SmartConnect, etc)
- Work with process engineering function to develop/implement WRFM gap-closure plans, strategies, standards through operational excellence framework and assurance guidelines.
- Accountable for delivering Annual Facilities Reviews (AFR) for target assets and focal point for driving close-out of short-term surface opportunities generated during the AFR
- Accountable for delivering surface aspects of Annual Field Performance Reviews (AFPR) and sign-off as technical authority and providing Facilities support for and input to Field Development Plans.
- Develop facility and field models in IPSM, Unisim, Pipesim and other tools.
- Process Engineering representative in Daily Production Review Meetings, PSO Review Meetings, Production team meetings for facilities to maximize production.
- Contribute to the preparation of Annual Data Acquisition plans and Annual WFRM Plans which feeds into Annual Business Plans.
- Preparation of and updates of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Focal point for Facilities Opportunity Management using the Opportunity Maturation tool.
What we need from you?
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Chemical (Petroleum) Engineering
- At least 10 years experience working in upstream E&P, of which at least 5 years should be in core process engineering work.
- Oil and Gas industry experience is preferred
- Experience working with process engineering tools: Unisim, Pipesem, IPSM etc
- Champion cross-discipline and functional integration
- Excellent understanding and application of relevant industry codes and standards
- Member of a professional body
- Experience in process design is an advantage
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Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, while managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.
- We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
- We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
- We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
- We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.