Refinery Optimization Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Aramco Full time

At Aramco, we're seeking a skilled Refinery Optimization Specialist to join our Downstream Global Manufacturing division. As a key member of our Operation Engineering Solutions Department (OESD), you'll play a crucial role in driving performance enhancements and maximizing financial returns for our global refining and chemicals operating facilities.

About the Role:

  • You will coordinate and lead Solomon benchmarking studies to ensure relevance and accuracy for Global Manufacturing facilities.
  • Possess hands-on experience in Solomon benchmarking methodologies and performance analysis, with at least 7 years of specialized experience in refinery settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply Solomon benchmarking methodologies to drive tangible improvements in plant performance.
  • In-depth working knowledge of refinery industry process plant characteristics and operations.
  • Proven ability to facilitate technical discussions and influence various stakeholders, including senior management.
  • Advanced proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools specific to Solomon benchmarking.
  • Track record of continuous learning and staying updated with the latest Solomon benchmarking methodologies and industry trends.

Responsibilities:

  • Cordinate and lead administration of Solomon benchmarking studies.
  • Conduct on-site data collection, verification, and quality review during Solomon benchmarking in Global Manufacturing Affiliates' facilities.
  • Analyze and interpret Solomon benchmarking results to ascertain the competitive positions of Global Manufacturing facilities in the industry.
  • Develop comprehensive reports documenting findings and actionable recommendations for presentation to Global Manufacturing management and affiliates.
  • Lead the planning, development, and execution of solutions to bridge identified performance gaps, demonstrating measurable improvements.
  • Formulate and implement expense/margin optimization plans to maximize financial performance of Global Manufacturing Affiliates' facilities.
  • Work directly with affiliates' facilities to establish performance targets and measure progress using Solomon metrics.
  • Assess and quantify the future impact of planned capital improvements and modifications on Solomon benchmarking metrics.
  • Develop and present regular performance benchmarking reports capturing the Solomon metrics for all Global Manufacturing affiliates' facilities.
  • Mentor junior team members in Solomon benchmarking methodologies and best practices.

About Us:

Aramco is one of the most profitable companies in the world, with a unique position in the global energy industry. We combine market discipline with a long-term view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom's vast hydrocarbon resources.

We are committed to delivering 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 offer our employees a challenging and rewarding professional environment, with investment in capital and technology that is second to none. Our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world – provide opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

Salary: The estimated salary for this role is around $150,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.



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