Advanced Process Control Consultant

4 weeks ago


Stafford, United States Puffer-Sweiven Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Company Description:

For over 75 years, Pufffer-Sweiven has set the standard for process control, automation, safety, and reliability equipment and service. We help process-intensive facilities run more efficiently and safely by delivering quality products, technical support, and knowledgeable staff, all with the goal of exceeding customer expectations.

As an Emerson Impact Partner, we offer a broad base of superior solutions including the top product lines for a given application. Our specialties at Puffer-Sweiven include:

  • Pressure Management
  • Isolation Valves & Actuation
  • Control Valves & Regulators
  • Process Control & Safety Systems
  • Oil & Gas Automation– fiscal custody metering, controls, and SCADA
  • Reliability Solutions & Services
  • Specialty Pumps & Rotating Equipment
  • Instrumentation
  • Maintenance & Repair Services

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead in developing process control strategies that would maximize the ROI for our customers.
  • Expert in APC benefits assessment studies to support pre-sales activities.
  • Monitor and tune base-level control loop strategies as needed for the process control and optimization projects.
  • Design, develop, and implement advanced process control strategies.
  • Formulate and execute a step test plan for the independent variables.
  • Develop inferential calculations and develop APC models for online control.
  • Support commissioning and APC controller tuning activities.
  • Lead hands-on customer training.
  • Provide ongoing support and revamp activities to customers.
  • Develop process models as necessary for the process design models using HYSYS, UniSim, Python, MATLAB etc.
  • Learn and understand customer requirements and design a solution using one or more products and/or solutions from various Puffer Business Units (BU).
  • Act as the trusted advisor for our customers and build rapport for long-term strong relationships.
  • Capture quantifiable business results (QBRs) delivered by the deployed solutions.
COMPETENCIES:

Education/Knowledge:

  • S. or M.S. in Chemical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or equivalent required.
  • PHD. in Chemical Engineering is highly desierable.

Experience/Skills:

  • 8 – 10 years of relevant experience in advanced process control
  • Knowledge and experience with various APC solutions e.g. Aspentech (AspenOne), Honeywell (Profit Controller), Rockwell Automation (Pavilion8), etc.
  • Proven experience with various DCS system integrations e.g. DeltaV, Experion, TDC3000, etc.
  • Experience with data-fitting & regression modeling techniques using tools like AspenIQ, Neural Networks, Excel Regression, etc. is a must.
  • Experience in formulating various LP optimization strategies to drive APC behavior
  • Experience with operator training systems (OTS) and integration of APC with an OTS system is a plus.

CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

  • Candidate should be very good at data mining, and data analytics.
  • Candidate should be a team player with a passion for continual learning and demonstrated ability to work in a changing environment.
  • Be customer-centric while maintaining a balance with business unit requirements.
  • Ability to manage and meet client expectations.
  • Strong supporter of the organization’s goals and objectives.
  • Must have extensive Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) experience.
  • Ability to work independently or in a collaborative team environment.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and customer service skills.
  • Willingness and experience working in a manufacturing environment is a must.

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