Evaluate commercial operations of UOP's Platforming technologies (Fixed bed or CCR Platforming units, Penex, Isomer, Butamer) and assist customers in achieving their goals.Develop performance estimates in support of Catalysts, Adsorbents & Specialties (CAS) Sales and assist in the preparation of Technical Proposals.Participate in customer meetings.Participate in Research & Development (R&D) technology development and improvement projects, bringing commercial perspectives and key data to the team.Provide sales support : including technical and commercial perspective, recommendations on guarantees, unit start-up support and turn-around support, and analysis of commercial operating experience.Create operating procedures and process improvement techniques that maximize customer earnings while meeting the highest standards for safety.Provide support to Sales through customer visits, technical presentations, participation in licensee symposia, and publication of technical papers.Effectively communicate UOP recommendations, requirements, and benefits.Champion change and improvement in technologies supported via innovation.Participate in engineering review meetings for new units and revamps including Design Basis, Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Process Instrumentation Diagrams (PID), Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP), Model Reviews, and other activities.Bring operational and safety considerations into design to ensure reliable performance.Serve as the focal point for office-based support, working with customers to rectify issues.Provide office-based and on-site troubleshooting assistance to commercial units and conduct on-site commercial unit audits.Keep current with customer needs through technology support, communication of changes, and incorporation of relevant changes into appropriate documents.Develop, prepare, and update general operating manuals, process technology manuals, and training material; and present UOP technology training courses.Work with the Global Supply Chain (GSC) team to review the recommendations for the solution and suggest unit-specific constraints to the team.Basic Candidate Qualifications :
- B.E. / B.Tech. degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
- 8+ years of experience in a technical service, process operations, or design engineering role within the refining, petrochemical, or gas processing industry is required.
Additional Candidate Qualifications :
- Experience in the design / operation of Platforming, Penex, Isomer, and Butamer units is essential.
- At least 6 years of UOP Field Operating Services (FOS), UOP Engineering / Technical Services, or equivalent refinery process operations or technical services experience is considered ideal.
- Strong verbal, presentation, and written communication skills.
- Ability to analyze and solve complex and challenging problems. Self-driven and always looking to improve on current best practices or technology offerings.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work well independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
- Ability to travel 25% annually to both domestic and international sites.
Skills Required
Technical Services, Process Improvement, Hazop, Commercial Operations, Process Instrumentation, Refinery