Lead Engineer

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be: 

• Lead the design, configuration, tuning, and deployment of real time pipeline simulation models (RTTM/Leak Detection/Batch Tracking).
• Develop, validate, and optimize transient hydraulic models for crude, refined products, gas, and multiphase pipelines.
• Perform detailed process modelling, simulation, and system optimization based on customer requirements.
• Guide development and integration teams on functional and technical requirements.
• Prepare and maintain functional specification development (FSD), system configuration, test procedures, and documentation.
• Lead, mentor, and guide a team of process and simulation engineers.
• Architect end-to-end solutions for real-time pipeline simulation use cases.
• Own technical decisions, modeling choices, and solution architectures for complex pipeline networks.
• Drive innovation in modeling, optimization, and training simulator features.
• Develop and validate process models for oil & gas pipeline systems (liquid, gas, or multiphase).
• Perform steady-state and transient simulations for operational and control scenarios.
• Work with real-time systems, SCADA integration, and digital twin workflows.
• Contribute to the enhancement of real-time transient pipeline simulation software.
• Interact directly with customers to understand requirements, operational challenges, and business goals.
• Conduct requirement analysis and define solution specifications.
• Provide expert guidance and recommendations based on industry standards and best practices.
• Support technical pre-sales activities and deliver product demonstrations.
• Prepare technical solution proposals, architecture documents, and effort estimates.
• Collaborate with sales and product management teams to position the Pipeline Manager effectively.
• Ensure high-quality technical deliverables and adherence to timelines.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including software development, QA, and product management.
• Review models, scenarios, documentation, and customer presentations prepared

Who You Are: 

You are ready to act on challenges. You can Identifies and seizes new opportunities. You are persisting in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You gave a track record of exceeding goals successfully. You push yourself and helps others achieve results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• B.Tech or M.Tech in Chemical Engineering (mandatory).
• Strong hands-on experience in process modeling, simulation, and optimization.
• Experience with Operator Training Simulators (OTS) for process industries.
• Working knowledge of real-time transient modeling for oil & gas pipeline systems is highly desirable.
• Understanding of pipeline hydraulics, flow assurance, control logic, and operational scenarios.
• Familiarity with simulation tools used in the oil & gas pipeline domain (OLGA, SPS, Synergi, TGNET, PipeSIM, etc. – or similar).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience leading engineering teams or technical project teams is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience with digital twins, SCADA connectivity, or real-time engineering applications.

• Exposure to cloud-based architectures or enterprise-grade software solutions.

• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments with evolving customer needs.

• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.

Our Culture & Commitment to You: 

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.