Senior Specialist, Process Analytics

Are you passionate about process analytics and eager to drive installed base monitoring forward in the Pulp and Energy Business Line? Do you have a strong background in Pulp processes and a passion for data analysis? If so, we invite you to join us on this exciting journey!

At Valmet, our Pulp and Energy Industrial Internet (P&E VII) team is at the forefront of the digital revolution, with a strong focus on Installed-Based Monitoring. We continuously connect our installed base and utilize process data to support customers in troubleshooting and performance improvement. Our team also supports product teams in reference management with process data and analytical tools.

We are developing installed base monitoring solutions and supporting the application of value-added digital solutions. Our goal is to help customers operate their pulp mills and energy plants with higher performance, reliability, and competence.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Specialist, Process Analytics to join the Pulp and Energy Industrial Internet Team. In this role, you will be the team leader of process specialists from Pulp Technologies (Fiber Processing & Recovery Cycle) and Energy & Emission Control Technologies. You will be responsible for overseeing key operational tasks and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

At Valmet, moving our customers' performance forward is one of our core values and it should be yours too. Success comes from collaboration, so we need someone eager to connect with different technology units, and our international network, share insights, and learn from others.

As the Senior Specialist, Process Analytics, you will ensure smooth cooperation with technology units and project delivery organizations to guarantee timely connections to the installed base from mill/plant start-up. Our team is responsible for building the installed base monitoring solutions on the Valmet Platform and conducting regular monitoring of the mill/plant. You will lead the process specialists to work closely with technical experts, product owners, and project managers across Valmet's organizations. You will report to the Manager of Pulp & Energy, Valmet Industrial Internet. The position can be based in Tampere or Vantaa in Finland, or Sundsvall or Karlstad in Sweden.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Analytical Expertise: Serve as the process analytics specialist for Fiberline and/or Recovery process. Analyze process KPIs, provide deep technical insights, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce waste

• Team Leadership: Be the team leader of the Process Specialists and support the team's operation, ensure the team is systematically supporting the Pulp and Energy customers

• Establish installed base monitoring views: Guide the team in developing installed base applications for performance tracking, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and identifying improvement opportunities

• Expert Network Support: Facilitate expert network support with technology units, build connections between process specialists and the expert network.

• R&D and Data Analytics: Contribute to R&D initiatives and support the development of data analytical solutions, including Valmet Industrial Internet platform feature definitions and proactive monitoring feature definitions to support installed base monitoring initiative.

• Portfolio Management: Oversee the delivery and installed base monitoring portfolios, ensuring efficient and effective management.

• Change Management and Training: Lead change management, maintain up-to-date process documentation. Deliver training sessions to internal teams and customers, ensuring they leverage the installed base solutions effectively.

Expectations:

To be successful in this role you should have:

• Deep understanding of Pulp technologies, such as cooking, fiber line, recovery boilers, white liquor plants.

• Proven experience in process optimization, operations, or a similar role within Pulp Industry.

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and process.

• Self-motivation with strong problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present ideas and collaborate with diverse teams.

• Ability to see the big picture while understanding detailed impacts

• Ambition in driving Pulp Mill performance through real-time data

• Organized and systematic working style, even in fast-paced situations

• Positive, solution-oriented attitude, and ready to turn challenges into learning opportunities

Skills and qualifications:

• Master's degree in Pulp & Paper processing or equivalent

• Process knowledge of Fiber processing and/or Recovery cycle

• At least 5 years of project delivery and commissioning experience with Pulp technologies

• Strong data analytical and presentation skills

• Effective networking skills, with the ability to work across diverse cultures

• Fluent in English, Finnish and/or Swedish is a plus

• Willingness to travel internationally up to 10%

What we offer

Valmet's Industrial Internet is an important business sector in our growth plan so you will step into a key role in analytics-driven customer solutions. Here, you'll be at the cutting edge of transforming data analytics into actionable insights that enhance our customers' daily operations. This role not only allows you to deepen your expertise in digitalization but also contributes to revolutionizing the Pulp industry with innovative analytical solutions.

At Valmet, we offer a range of employment benefits that are defined according to the country specific policies. We support work life balance through flexible working hours and the option for hybrid work arrangements. Our company also utilizes a reward system that applies to all employees globally.

Additional Information

Does this sound like an opportunity for you?

Join our team and send your application with CV, cover letter and salary expectation via the link provided as soon as possible, but no later than January 19th, 2025.

Additional information about this position can be obtained from:

Tuomas Petänen, Director, P&E VII and Mill-Wide Solution ([email protected])

Lishan Wu, Manager, Pulp and Energy, Industrial Internet (+358 50 466 2869, [email protected])

When everything works together 
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customers' performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork. 
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