Advanced Process Control Lead Engineer

Advanced Process Control Lead Engineer

What will you be doing?

• Lead end-to-end APC implementation — manage the full lifecycle of APC projects including Model Predictive Control and real-time optimization across global manufacturing sites.
• Shape the APC strategy — define project scope, architecture, implementation roadmaps, and technology direction to build APC as a core Clariant capability.
• Develop process models and dynamic simulations to support robust and effective control strategy design.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with plant operations, Engineering & Process Technology teams, and Business Units Managers to identify and prioritize APC opportunities.
• Integrate APC with digital platforms by partnering with the Data Science and Data Engineering team to connect APC solutions with AI and advanced analytics tools.
• Monitor performance and drive improvement — define KPIs, track business impact, conduct root cause analyses, and continuously refine control models.
• Establish standards and best practices for APC governance across Clariant, ensuring consistency and operational excellence.
• Build internal APC competency through knowledge transfer, training programs, documentation, and mentoring upon solution handover.

What are we looking for?

• Education: Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Automation, or a related field.
• Experience:
• 3+ years in Advanced Process Control, DCS integration, and process optimization in the chemical, petrochemical, or specialty chemicals industry;
• 5+ years in project management and digital solution implementation.
• Skills: strong analytical, strategic, and problem-solving mindset; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts into accessible language; work independency; passion for digital innovation.
• Languages:
• Advanced English required;
• German is a plus.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel internationally on a frequent basis.

What’s in it for you?

• Compensation Structure Components: base salary determined individually based on experience, skills, and role alignment; performance related 12% yearly bonus; language bonuses (800/1 000 PLN gross depending on the number of foreign languages spoken).
• Benefits: internal and external trainings, language courses, sport card (Multisport), private health care (Medicover), additional life insurance, corrective eyeglasses refund, discount card for the restaurants.
• Relocation package adjusted to your current location.
• Working environment: hybrid work model at the Monopolis complex in Lodz (wheelchair accessible workplace).
• Social culture: integrational team events, broad range of initiatives provided by Social Team, possibility to participate in the charity activities.
• A rewarding challenge to develop your skills and career in a professional environment as part of an enthusiastic team dedicated to delivering top-class services