JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE PCD Interface Principle
DEPARTMENT EN
LOCATION Sur
ROLE PURPOSE
The Process Control Domain Principle plays a vital role in ensuring the optimal performance, reliability, and security of industrial automation systems. This position requires expert-level, technical leadership across process control disciplines and necessitates strategic collaboration between engineering, instrumentation, and IT teams. The role emphasizes driving innovation, enhancing resilience, and fostering continuous improvement in process control environments.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1)MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
•Develop and align process control strategies with overarching corporate objectives to support operational excellence and innovation.
•Lead the development and performance management of a highly skilled technical team while ensuring effective manpower planning and succession strategies.
•Oversee recruitment efforts to attract top talent in the domain of process control systems.
•Provide thought leadership on complex technical challenges while serving as the decision-making authority on process control matters.
•Foster collaborative relationships with the Instrumentation (ENA) and Cybersecurity/IT (CI) teams to ensure cohesive operations and integration.
•Manage departmental budgets efficiently, ensuring alignment with organizational financial goals.
2)FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Technical Leadership
•Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and other automation platforms.
•Design, implement, and optimize advanced control strategies that enhance plant performance, safety, and energy efficiency.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
•Coordinate closely with the Instrumentation (ENA) team to integrate field-level instrumentation seamlessly into control systems.
•Work in partnership with the Cybersecurity and IT (CI) team to adapt control system architecture to align with corporate cybersecurity standards and digital transformation goals.
•Train operation and engineering on safe and effective use of control systems.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
•Ensure all process control systems adhere to international cybersecurity standards such as IEC 62443, ISO27001 and NIST frameworks.
•Enforce strict network segmentation between PCD and IT domains.
•Monitor for and respond to cybersecurity threats, ensuring system resilience against attacks.
•Establish incident detection and response plans tailored for control systems.
•Ensure reliable and secure communication protocols
•Support corporate audits, conduct risk assessments, and aid in incident responses related to vulnerabilities in control systems.
•Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions after incidents.
•Ensure backup and disaster recovery mechanisms are in place and tested.
Project Support & Innovation
•Provide technical expertise during all phases of project development, including Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and execution.
•Evaluate emerging technologies such as advanced process control, edge computing, and artificial intelligence to drive operational innovation.
•Oversee the configuration and maintenance of PCD equipment and software.
Documentation & Standards
•Develop, maintain, and refine engineering standards, procedures, and documentation for control systems to ensure consistency and compliance.
•Ensure alignment with corporate engineering best practices and regulatory demands while driving standardization across teams.
Training & Knowledge Transfer
•Mentor junior engineers and provide structured training programs on control systems and cybersecurity protocols.
•Promote a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and innovation across engineering and operations teams.
Skill Pool Management:
•Own and maintain staff competency framework and development plans to achieve successful team of technical staff responsible for the delivery of PCD
•Develop and manage Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for PCD operation.
•Collaborate with Cybersecurity, Engineering and Operation teams for cross-function initiatives.
KEY CHALLENGES
•Managing the delicate balance between process control and IT operations within constrained budgets and resources.
•Integrating legacy systems with cutting-edge technologies while minimizing operational disruptions.
•Driving cultural transformation to embrace innovation and collaboration between engineering and CI disciplines.
•Adapting swiftly to evolving regulatory frameworks and cybersecurity standards.
•Prevent unauthorised access or breaches
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND WORKING CONDITIONS
EDUCATION
•Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control, or Instrumentation Engineering (REQUIRED)
EXPERIENCE
•A minimum of 8–10 years of experience working with process control systems, particularly within oil & gas, petrochemical, or heavy industrial sectors. (REQUIRED)
•TA-2 in OT Security & Control Automation. (DESIRED)
•Comprehensive knowledge of DCS/PLC/SIS platforms such as Honeywell, Emerson, Siemens, and Yokogawa. (DESIRED)
•Proven track record in implementing and maintaining cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems. (DESIRED)
•Familiarity with OT/IT convergence, network architecture, and digital transformation initiatives. (DESIRED)
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal Work Schedule
Sur based
