Advanced Automation & Analytics Engineer (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role
 

• Our Engineering and Construction department, is focused on deploying end-to-end Assets performance projects aiming to enhance the performance of assets in production and improve operational costs.
• As an Advanced Automation & Analytics Engineer, you will be responsible for leading dynamic simulation projects to support DCS functional tests or assess, improve and optimize new and existing process.

• You will be accountable for:
  • Translate business needs by leading on-site diagnostics, and focusing on Design, Implementation and on-site Commissioning of Advanced Process Control and Advanced Analytics projects.
  • Provide technical support to the Group's production sites, including training site engineers in optimization techniques for Advanced Process Control and Advanced Analytics topics.
  • Adopt a data-driven approach to extract actionable insights from production data, driving performance optimization and continuous improvement.

• We offer a permanent contract based on remote working mode.

About you

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a process control engineer with exposure to continuous and batch processes
• Ability to design and implement basic and advanced control schemes as well as complex sequence logic.
• Experience in leading and managing small project.
• Exposure to DCS application development (Experience with Emerson, Honeywell, Yokogawa would be beneficial).
• Competencies:
  • Knowledge of Model Predictive Control & Inferential measures implementation.
  • Knowledge of Aspen DMC3, OsiSoft PI or AspenTech IP21.
  • Familiarity with advanced analytics platforms like SEEQ is a plus but not mandatory.
  • Regularly traveling in other production units within Solvay and the ability and willingness to travel in US and possibly LATAM, APAC and EMEA.
• Behaviors:
  • Analytical mindset
  • Collaborative
  • Communicative

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the USA base pay reasonably expected for this role is $103,360/yr to $129,200/yr, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses in 24 languages.

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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