Process Control Application Engineer

Job Title: Process Control Applications Engineer

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Job Group Capability

Engineering

Job Group

Automation & Process Control

Job Role Description

What role you will play in our team

You will join our dynamic and fast growing Advanced Process Control (APC) Applications Team at the Bangalore Technology Center, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders across the globe. As part of the broader Application Engineering community, you will support and enhance a portfolio of advanced control applications that drive operational excellence, improve unit performance, and optimize energy efficiency. You will also have opportunities to lead and contribute to the scoping, development, and deployment of new APC solutions across our Global Operations team.

What you will do

• Identify, evaluate, and deliver APC improvement opportunities across the global asset fleet through the development and implementation of new Model Predictive Control (MPC)  and Real-Time Optimization (RTO)  applications.
• Maximize value from optimization applications by remotely sustaining and enhancing the performance of existing MPC and RTO applications, ensuring high availability and reliability. Partner closely with site personnel to identify, engineer, and implement APC enhancements that improve unit performance, operational efficiency, and business value.
• Develop and maintain deep technical expertise in APC technologies, serving as a recognized subject matter expert and providing expert technical support to ExxonMobil assets. Provide technical leadership and foster cross-functional collaboration to enable the successful execution of APC initiatives across global operations.
• Mentor and coach team members to strengthen technical capabilities, drive competency development, and build expertise in MPC and RTO applications.
• Develop and leverage innovative tools, methodologies, and digital solutions to enhance APC delivery effectiveness, maximize value generation, and support business priorities.
• Stay current with industry trends, standards, and best practices, incorporating relevant advancements into APC solutions and promoting knowledge sharing across the organization.

Job Skills & Qualifications

Job Experience:

• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, obtained through formal education or supported by significant relevant industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience implementing and/or supporting Advanced Process Control (APC) applications, including Model Predictive Control (MPC) and Real-Time Optimization (RTO) solutions within refining, petrochemical, or upstream oil and gas facilities.
• Strong technical expertise in MPC application development and support using industry-leading APC platforms such as AspenTech DMC, RMPCT, or PACE, with experience spanning the full application lifecycle from design through commissioning and sustainment.
• Proven ability to independently design, tune, and implement process control strategies, supported by practical experience in Distributed Control System (DCS).
• Sound understanding of refining, petrochemical, or oil and gas operations, combined with hands-on process control engineering experience.
• Working knowledge of commercial process modeling and simulation tools such as gPROMS, AIMMS, Aspen Plus, PRO/II, or HYSYS.
• In addition to a strong technical foundation in process control and optimization, candidates should demonstrate innovation, initiative, and strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across organizational boundaries and within diverse, globally distributed teams.
• Willingness to undertake occasional travel as required (typically less than 20% annually).

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated proficiency in modern programming languages, particularly Python.
• Familiarity with data analytics and visualization platforms such as Seeq, JMP, Tableau, or Power BI.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Demonstrated ability as a formal or informal lead

Functional Skills

Real Time Optimization (RTO) Technology & PracticesMulti Variable Constraint Control (MPC) Technology & Practices

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