Sr. Consultant - Advanced Process Control

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sr. Consultant - Advanced Process Control in Brazil.

This role sits at the core of advanced industrial transformation projects, where engineering expertise meets cutting-edge process optimization technologies. You will work on the design and deployment of advanced process control (APC) and model predictive control solutions that directly enhance manufacturing performance. Acting as a technical expert, you will support global clients across multiple industries such as refining, mining, polymers, food, and biofuels. The position combines deep process understanding with real-time optimization and data-driven decision-making. You will be responsible for delivering end-to-end project execution, from design and modeling to commissioning and customer acceptance. This is a high-impact role within a global engineering environment, focused on improving efficiency, quality, and sustainability in industrial operations.

In this role, you will act as a global technical expert in Advanced Process Control, supporting manufacturing optimization and delivering high-value engineering solutions across multiple industries:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced process control and model predictive control applications.
• Analyze customer processes and build mathematical and dynamic models to predict system behavior and optimize performance.
• Configure and implement real-time optimization solutions to improve product quality, production capacity, and energy efficiency.
• Oversee full project lifecycle delivery, from preliminary design through commissioning and final customer acceptance.
• Support system integration, hardware installation, and technical troubleshooting in industrial environments.
• Conduct step testing, model identification, and inferential deployment activities for APC applications.
• Identify improvement opportunities and apply best practices in process control and optimization.

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Requirements

We are looking for a highly experienced engineering professional with strong expertise in process control, industrial optimization, and APC technologies, combined with a global mindset and hands-on project execution skills:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or another relevant Engineering discipline.
• At least 5+ years of experience in Advanced Process Control, process modeling, or industrial optimization projects.
• Strong background in industries such as petrochemicals, polymers, mining, cement, pulp & paper, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Solid knowledge of APC technologies, model predictive control, and real-time optimization systems.
• Experience in both linear and nonlinear process modeling, dynamic and steady-state optimization, and control loop tuning.
• Familiarity with DCS systems, instrumentation, historian tools, and plant performance monitoring.
• Proven experience in project execution, commissioning, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial systems.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost-benefit analysis and technical design.
• Fluency in Portuguese and English is mandatory; Spanish is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in global, cross-functional environments.

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Benefits

• Remote work model with flexibility depending on project needs.
• Access to wellbeing and mindfulness programs (including premium wellness subscriptions).
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Volunteer paid time off after eligibility period.
• Company matching for charitable donations and volunteer initiatives.
• Access to on-demand learning platforms and professional development resources.
• Structured career growth opportunities within a global engineering organization.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment promoting equal opportunity and collaboration.