Data Scientist - Chemometrics

Key Skills

Apache Hadoop, C Programming, C++, Data science techniques, Java Programming, Machine learning techniques, MapReduce, Python Programming, PyTorch, R Programming, Scala Programming, SQL, TensorFlow

Job Description

Passionate about Computational/Data Science, AI, and digital innovation? Excited about cutting-edge digital technologies? Curious about how to apply digital research for energy transition solutions?

This role covers all the above and much more.

Join us in pushing the boundaries of Chemometrics and Digital Chemistry in Computational Science and Digital Innovation and #makethefuture together.

Where You Fit In

Chemometrics and Digital Chemistry is at the forefront of the energy transition; be it for the design of digital chemistry solutions for catalysts, chemicals, fuels, lubes in Shell’s conventional product portfolio or in the energy transition portfolio for Hydrogen and storage, to name a few. You are going to be a key part of pushing the frontiers of digital innovation in chemometrics, analytical chemistry, and materials science, applying multivariate statistical and chemometric modeling and optimization for accelerating the design and development of digital products, including new chemometric and AI methodology. As an expert in multivariate statistical analysis and process control, you would be required to work on projects and contribute to the growth of the team portfolio in Catalysis, Chemicals, and Renewable Energy Solutions.

What is the Role?

As Data Scientist with expertise in process chemometrics and multivariate statistical modeling, you’ll be leading wide-ranging analysis of process data to help develop and deliver solutions for our downstream asset challenges, enabling insights that will ultimately improve Shell’s processes and drive performance.

The candidate will be part of a central team in Project & Technology, which is supporting the delivery of R&D and consultancy projects to different businesses in Catalysis, Fuels, and Lubes, Chemicals, Biodomain, etc. The candidate will be delivering in the Chemometrics & Digital Chemistry portfolio worldwide.

More specifically, your role will entail:

• Delivery and impact: you’ll be designing bespoke statistical process control systems for fault detection and diagnosis, creating innovative solutions using data-driven AI and data science models in collaboration with other team members, and third parties, and developing digital solutions for the use of analytical and process data. Alongside your technical expertise, you’ll also be calling on your natural people skills, confidently communicating business needs into data solutions, and presenting analytic results back into the business language to a wide range of stakeholders, from scientists and engineers to managers in the industry and academia.
• External trends: You will need to keep an eye on and leverage external trends to bring cutting-edge innovation in this space. Leveraging open innovation and a commercial mindset is a critical element of this role.
• Differentiated capability:you will need to continue building on and expand on our differentiated expertise in chemometrics modelling, multivariate statistical/probabilistic learning, design of experiments and process modelling and optimization for areas like LNG, GTL, Chemicals, Bio-Refining, Fuels & Lubricants, but also contributing to the growth of the team in new areas such as CO2 abatement, Circularity & Bio products, XTL, H2, Wind, among others. You need to work closely with the relevant stakeholders from PTX, business and external customers. You would need to seek opportunities to apply machine learning and AI where appropriate. In the first year, the candidate might have a chance to work at Moerdijk, our chemical plant in the NL, for 1 year while leveraging Project & Technology resources to grow the team portfolio.

What We Need from You

When it comes to nurturing collaborative stakeholder relations it’s your excellent people skills that will make the difference. You will inspire customers to make changes that will have a direct impact on delivery and our commercial success. Furthermore, you will have:

• Advanced Degree in Chemometrics, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Chemical Engineering with a strong background on data analysis or related qualification, Ph.D. level preferred (MSc. with a significant professional experience will be considered)
• Proficient in process data modeling, monitoring, and optimization (batch and continuous processes) using AI and/or Data Science methods
• Knowledge in the design of experiments, general linear modeling, multivariate analysis, statistical modeling, and/or time series modeling is a plus
• A practical common-sense approach to problem-solving and attention to detail
• Drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation to work in a dynamic environment in manufacturing assets
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact with people at all levels
• Programming or scripting skills (e.g. Python, R, Matlab) and experience with chemometrics/statistical software, e.g. PLS toolbox, Minitab, StatsGraphics
• Significant experience and track record of strategic business delivery from R&D and consultancy projects

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Shell Global Solutions International BV is a platform for international collaboration, with Shell offering direct employment to around ten thousand people in the Netherlands alone, including roughly 2,800 non-Dutch employees from around 80 countries. Diversity is key at Shell Nederland, and our employees reflect the innovation that stems from a diverse workforce. By joining Shell Nederland, you will benefit from an unrivalled industry-leading development programme that will see you tap into a pool of expert knowledge that will help propel your career. Shell Nederland is the holding company of most Shell companies operating in the Netherlands. Shell Nederland also has an advisory and coordinating role in numerous areas.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell.

Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.