Control Engineer
- Aramco
- Saudi Arabia
Job Description
Aramco energizes the world economy.
Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer.
With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.
Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.
We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.
Overview
Saudi Aramco is seeking a DCS/Control Engineer to join our Jafurah Gas Plant Department (JFGP) as part of Unconventional Resources Organization. The JFGP is responsible for operating hydrocarbon gas processing plant. Your primary role will be to introduce new technology to enhance company profitability and productivity. You will be responsible for maintaining and incorporating new cost-effective solutions for designs through the Unconventional Resources Engineering Standards and Design Best Practices. As a subject-matter expert you will represent JFGP in dealings with vendors, manufacturers, and/or design firms where expert Control system engineering advice is required. You will also be responsible for leading the team to develop full spectrum engineering standards for JFGP within the control engineering field. One of your first tasks will be to work with design contractors to review spec sheets and support EPC contract design reviews. You will also be involved in FEED consultations. Approve Pre-FATs and FATs, control loop checks, PLC functionality and reliability tests, and PLC & HMI program tests per cause-effect diagrams.
Duties And Responsibilities
Saudi Aramco is seeking a DCS/Control Engineer to join our Jafurah Gas Plant Department (JFGP) as part of Unconventional Resources Organization. The JFGP is responsible for operating hydrocarbon gas processing plant. Your primary role will be to introduce new technology to enhance company profitability and productivity. You will be responsible for maintaining and incorporating new cost-effective solutions for designs through the Unconventional Resources Engineering Standards and Design Best Practices. As a subject-matter expert you will represent JFGP in dealings with vendors, manufacturers, and/or design firms where expert Control system engineering advice is required. You will also be responsible for leading the team to develop full spectrum engineering standards for JFGP within the control engineering field. One of your first tasks will be to work with design contractors to review spec sheets and support EPC contract design reviews. You will also be involved in FEED consultations. Approve Pre-FATs and FATs, control loop checks, PLC functionality and reliability tests, and PLC & HMI program tests per cause-effect diagrams.
Minimum Requirements
You will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering. A master’s degree or a Ph.D. in engineering is highly desirable as well as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or registration. You will have a minimum of 15 years of professional experience in the field of DCS and control engineering, including at least 5 years as an engineer in charge of technical work with Yokogawa systems. Experience working with process control advance and ESD Shutdown systems. You will have achieved industry recognition through activities in professional societies and industrial organizations, such as TUV, SIL and others. You will also be familiar with SCADA, DCS, and PCS systems. As the successful candidate you will be expected to work in remote areas depending on the project you are assigned to.
Working environment
Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.
At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.
We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.
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bia while creating stability and opportunity across the globe.
Headquartered in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, Aramco traces its beginnings to 1933 when a Concession Agreement was signed that brought American geologists to Saudi Arabia. Since then, we have evolved into the world’s leading energy and chemicals company, driving global commerce and enhancing the daily lives of people around the globe.
From our proven upstream capabilities to our strategically integrated global downstream network, and our cutting-edge sustainability technologies, we are unique.
Experienced professionals are sought for careers with Aramco in Saudi Arabia. With positions in engineering, geosciences, drilling, education and more, Aramco is always looking for top talent to join the team.