AI /ML SOLUTION ARCHITECT in Khobar

Gents,

we are looking for AI/ML Solution architect

Role Overview:

We are looking for an experienced AI/ML Solution Architect to drive digital transformation initiatives in the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical sectors. The role bridges AI/ML, data science, and industrial process engineering, delivering scalable, business-impacting solutions across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.

Key Responsibilities:

* Architect and design AI/ML solutions for production and operational optimization

* Identify business cases and lead AI/ML implementations from pre-sales to project execution

* Work closely with customers to address process challenges using AI/APC/RTO technologies

* Develop ML models using time-series, sensor, and operational data (SCADA, DCS, PI, etc.)

* Support technical proposals, benefit estimation, and sales engagements

* Collaborate with internal AI, BI, and domain expert teams for new solutions and business models

* Provide technical guidance, project support, and training to engineers

???? Qualifications & Experience:

* Bachelor’s degree in Process / Chemical Engineering

* 15+ years overall industry experience

* 5+ years hands-on experience in AI/ML or APC solutions within Oil & Gas / Petrochemicals

* Strong domain knowledge and customer-facing experience

* Willingness to travel internationally

???? Key Skills:

* AI/ML, APC/RTO, predictive analytics, process optimization

* Python (preferred), ML concepts (Supervised, Unsupervised, RL, LLM – plus)

* SCADA, historian systems (OSI PI – plus), data visualization

* Strong stakeholder management, pre-sales, and influencing skills

* Experience with process simulators (e.g., OmegaLand, Petro-SIM – preferred)