RTO Consultant

About AVEVA

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software, providing advanced solutions used by thousands of enterprises to safely, efficiently, and sustainably manage vital sectors such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals, and minerals. Recognized globally for innovation and commitment to sustainability, AVEVA’s targets are validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), and the company promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its operations.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced RTO Consultant to join our Global Optimization group at the Al Khobar location. This full-time permanent role blends onsite presence with customer deployment, requiring a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office. The successful candidate will take a senior role in implementing and maintaining Real Time Optimization (RTO) applications within Refinery and Petrochemical environments using AVEVA’s Process Optimization software.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and maintain Real Time Optimization applications tailored to Refinery and Petrochemical units utilizing AVEVA Process Optimization tools.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison interfacing professionally with customers to ensure clear definition and agreement on project deliverables.
• Validate that engineered solutions align with project requirements including functionality, quality standards, documentation, and deployment processes.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues encountered during project implementation.
• Manage assigned work scopes according to the project plan, implement change control mechanisms, and proactively assess risks and opportunities.
• Analyze process flow diagrams and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs); engage in process-related discussions and perform complex data analysis and database updates.
• Provide support across other AVEVA project areas as needed.

Required Qualifications

• A Chemical Process or Control Engineer with over 10 years of experience optimizing Refinery and/or Petrochemical operations or planning.
• Proficiency in advanced refinery process simulation or control techniques applicable to Refinery and Petrochemical industries.
• Fluent English communication skills; Arabic language skills are considered advantageous.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with PI Asset Framework and PI Vision.
• Programming knowledge in TCL, Python, Excel VBA, or SQL is beneficial.
• Familiarity with Power BI data visualization tools.

About AVEVA Services

Join a vibrant global team of over 700 engineers, developers, consultants, solution architects, and project managers dedicated to delivering innovative AVEVA solutions. This complex but rewarding work enables customers to fully leverage powerful technologies contributing to sustainable industrial practices.

Additional Information

All chosen candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check compliant with local regulations before employment begins. This process may include verification of education, employment, work authorization, criminal record, identity, and credit checks as applicable. Certain positions require extra checks due to sensitive data handling.

AVEVA is committed to equal employment opportunity and fosters an inclusive, respectful, and diverse workplace environment where all employees are valued.

Come be part of AVEVA’s mission to create transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.