Advanced Process Control ( APC ) - Engineer

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Early Careers

Job Description:

What's the role

This role is part of the Production Optimization GMship, contributing to Shells global optimization initiatives and delivering tangible business value through process control excellence.

What you'll be doing

• Develop and deploy advanced process control (APC) strategiesthat drive measurable improvements in product margins, energy efficiency, and throughput. These solutions directly contribute to Shells bottom line by enhancing operational stability and reducing process variability.
• Support Shells End-to-End Optimization (E2E) initiativesby implementing APC solutions using the PACE tool across downstream units (e.g., CDUs, HCUs), following Shells standardized methodology to ensure consistency and scalability.
• Continuously monitor and fine-tune APC systemsacross global Shell assets to maintain optimal performance, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring sustained value delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsincluding technologists, control engineers, and asset operators to troubleshoot control issues, align on process objectives, and co-create solutions that enhance asset performance.
• Engage with Shells global APC communityto share best practices, leverage cross-asset learnings, and contribute to the development of innovative control strategies.
• Participate in quality improvement and digitalization initiatives, helping to streamline workflows, improve data utilization, and enhance the overall effectiveness of APC deployments.

What you bring

• Bachelors or masters degree in chemical engineering, or related field.
• Preferably with 1-4 years of hands-on experience in APC implementation in oil & gas and chemical sectors.
• Proficiency in APC tools such as PACE, SMOC, DMC, Profit Suite/RMPCT
• Familiarity with DCS systems like Honeywell, Yokogawa, Emerson for APC pre-commissioning
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for continuous learning and innovation.

What we offer

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.