Senior AI/ML Process Consultant/Engineer

About Yokogawa

Yokogawa is a leading provider of industrial automation, test and measurement, information systems, and industrial services across various industries. The company has received awards for ‘Best Asset Monitoring Technology’ and ‘Best Digital Twin Technology’ at the HP Awards. Yokogawa is committed to supporting the energy transition, biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and industrial cybersecurity, aligning with the United Nations sustainable development goals. With 18,000 employees in over 60 countries, Yokogawa operates with a corporate mission to "co-innovate tomorrow."

The Role of Senior AI/ML Process Consultant/Engineer

Yokogawa is seeking a Senior AI/ML Process Consultant/Engineer to join its team in Al Khobar, Eastern region. This full-time role involves leveraging AI/ML and Digital Twin technologies to address customer process challenges and drive digital transformation initiatives. The consultant will be responsible for technical analysis, solution architecture, business case development, client engagement, and project delivery, ensuring the application of AI best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-level technical analysis, including data gathering and gap analysis, using AI/ML and Digital Twin technology to identify solutions for customer process problems.
• Define solution architectures and develop detailed design specifications for complex AI solutions.
• Define functional requirements through client interviews, documentation analysis, and workflow/process mapping.
• Provide expert technical judgment to estimate the effort required for implementing complex AI solutions.
• Identify and develop business cases for focused AI applications and support their implementation and proliferation within assigned process industries.
• Advise customers on suitable AI/ML solutions and provide overall business portfolio management, solution design, and demonstration functions.
• Drive the preparation of Feasibility Study/Business Case reports to support customer FID/Budgeting approvals.
• Engage proactively with customers to understand expectations and ensure they are met through AI/ML solutions.
• Define the overall technical approach for AI implementation, integrating simulation/Digital Twin and, where applicable, APC/RTO technologies.
• Develop solutions that resolve customer process problems and support business growth in assigned technical areas.
• Assist existing customers in problem resolution, identify future opportunities, and provide ongoing service support.
• Own technical deliverables across the entire lifecycle of solution-development projects, ensuring timeliness and quality.
• Ensure AI best-practice approaches, standards, and methods are applied appropriately throughout delivery.
• Participate actively as a member of technical project teams, building and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Support Smart Manufacturing/Digital Transformation (SM/DX) training efforts by providing input, documenting requirements, and supporting the design and delivery of AI-related training programs.
• Partner effectively with sales personnel to position solutions, support opportunity development, and secure orders.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of industrial process experience, including APC/RTO-related software development, engineering, and business development.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience leading, architecting, or implementing AI/ML applications and AI-driven transformation initiatives in an industrial setting.
• Strong foundation in AI/ML methods, the model lifecycle, and best-practice deployment and governance approaches.
• Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on solution development.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout the YMA region and globally as required.
• Knowledge of AI for process control is an advantage.

Work Environment and Culture

This full-time position is based in Al Khobar, Eastern region. Yokogawa fosters a global culture that values respect, value creation, collaboration, integrity, and gratitude. The company offers career opportunities for growth within this environment.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the qualifications and are passionate about technology and planetary care are encouraged to apply. Salary details will be disclosed during the application process.