Simulation Senior Engineer

Who We Are?

Tüpraş is Türkiye’s leading energy producer and largest industrial company. With its four refineries located in İzmit, İzmir, Kırıkkale and Batman totalling to 30 million tons of annual crude oil processing capacity, Tüpraş is the 7th largest refining company in Europe. It is also one of the most complex refining companies in the Mediterranean basin. In addition to refining, Tüpraş operates with its subsidiaries, (OPET) focusing on fuel retail, (Ditaş Denizcilik) marine transportation, (Körfez Ulaştırma) railway transportation (Tüpraş Trading Ltd) crude oil and oil products trading and (Entek Elektrik) electricity generation.

In 2021 The company launched its Strategic Transition Plan alongside its goal to become Carbon Neutral by 2050. In 2022, Tüpraş established its corporate venture capital arm, Tüpraş Ventures to invest in, partner with and support technology startups in its strategic focus areas, as well as energy transition solutions. (For further information on Tüpraş Strategic Transition Plan and focus business areas: Strategy - Tüpraş (tupras.com.tr)

What Does a Simulation Engineer Do at Tüpraş?

As part of the Process Optimization and Digitalization Department, the Simulation Engineer actively contributes to simulation, modeling, and digitalization processes, managing and guiding these efforts.

We are united by our shared goals and a commitment to safety and agility, built on mutual trust, respect, and understanding. We take initiative and responsibility to deliver holistic solutions.

We work collaboratively, embrace agile working culture, and focus on innovation and the future. Through open dialogue, we continuously improve ourselves and our work.

Job Description

• Develop, update, and report offline/online/hybrid simulation models of refinery process units and auxiliary facilities to assess the impact of planned changes, support investment decisions, and guide optimization efforts.
• Identify and update data required for the PIMS program (Base/Delta vectors, Cut/Swing Cut temperatures), and contribute to continuous model updates to optimize planning.
• Enable process engineers to actively use simulation models for ongoing optimization and project management within their units.
• Conduct benchmarking studies and prepare reports to evaluate different simulation programs based on company and industry needs, and define actions based on outcomes.
• Participate in or support simulation and engineering projects that contribute to company strategies.
• Take part in innovative projects with simulation vendors and manage their implementation within the company.
• Engage with startups and new clients working on digitalization, and manage or guide program trials.
• Research and explore technological and industry innovations related to the field, and attend relevant seminars.
• Initiate and participate in digitalization projects and support their implementation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Advanced proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• Proficient in simulation software such as Aspen HYSYS, Unisim, or Pro II.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn and use R, Python, Power BI.
• Familiarity with engineering calculations and design standards.
• Ability to work in coordination with domestic/international firms and internal departments.
• Capable of conducting root-cause analysis for bottlenecks in refinery processes and managing on-site implementation of solutions.
• Able to manage uncertainty and rapidly changing situations.
• Strong team player with effective communication skills.
• Comfortable with high-paced and agile work environments.
• Analytical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Innovative and skilled in problem-solving.

What’s In It For You?

• Trainings for technical and behavioral development under the leadership of Tüpraş Academy,
• Koç Academy training and development programs,
• Opportunity for rotation within Tüpraş and other Koç Group companies,
• Koç Ailem: Opportunity to benefit from a special privilege platform for Koç employees,
• Opportunities to take part in future-oriented work such as initiatives and innovation projects developed with agile approaches,
• Employee experience practices that focus on continuous improvement,

*The only criterion evaluated in recruitment and employment is suitability for the job; equal opportunity is provided without any discrimination.