Summer Intern – Data Analyst (Reformer Optimising)
Date Posted: June 25, 2024
Closing Date: July 21, 2024
Reports To: Director, Operational Excellence
Location: New Plymouth
Duration: Temporary Full Time
Position Summary
Develop an AI model of the reformer using generated data to predict the best damper positions to operate the plant with as a function of rate and ambient conditions. Test the predictions on the plant with the operations team.
Position Responsibilities
- Liase with operations to understand their methodology for trimming the reformer
- Evaluate current and historic plant data provided to make a preliminary AI model
- Test the preliminary model by making a selection of the most beneficial changes identified by the model on the reformer with the assistance of operations
- Evaluate the results from these changes and revise the model as required
- Deliver a tested and documented AI model for future use in reformer trimming
- Train operations staff in the use of the Reformer Trimming model.
Position Qualifications
- Completed 3rd or 4th year of Engineering degree (Chemical or Mechanical)
- Decision Making
- Strong software and coding skills
- Analytical and research experience
- Results driven, and goal orientated
- Well organised
- Communicates well within own group and other departments
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to pick up and learn new programming languages
- NZ Drivers Licence and access to a vehicle as there is no public transport available to work site
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Applications close Sunday, 21 July 2024 NZT
Please note: Methanex only accepts online job applications that are submitted through our careers page at https://www.methanex.com/careers/current-opportunities
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