(Global Petroleum Gas) Linear Programs Engineer

• Run the refinery LP models to optimize refinery systems operations.
  
• Work with all concerned organizations to determine the optimum mode of operation for the facilities.
  
• Define data and work process required to maintain and update LP models.
  
• Maintain the hydrocarbon LP models by adding or deleting process units and updating yields and stream properties.
  
• Add new LP structures that enhance optimization with more operational options to optimize the hydrocarbon systems.
  
• Work with operation and simulation engineers to ensure that the LP models contains the latest up-to-date process data.
  
• Perform back-casting and issue a monthly report on the LP gap along with required mitigations.
  
• Perform special economic studies using the LP model.
  
• Work with internal stakeholders to ensure that short-range operating plans are aligned with the long-term plans in terms of modeling accuracy.
  
• Ensure that the business plans LP model contains the latest information and simulations required to develop each plan.
  
• Adapt new best practices in LP modeling.
  
• Mentor less-senior LP engineers and provide structure training as required.
  
• Review operational facility debottlenecks and recommend mitigation measures.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor s degree in Chemical Engineering related field, MBA or a relevant advanced degree is strongly preferred.
  
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in oil and refinery industries, with an in-depth understanding of crude, gas, NGL and refinery processing units.
  
• Expertise in LP modeling, with at least three years of experience in Aspen Technology s PIMS model.
  
• A thorough knowledge of engineering practices, economic principles and calculation methods.
  
• Expert in international business and cross-cultural professional practices
  

Benefits