Principal Data Engineer

The Role

Where you fit in

Our Projects and Technology (P&T) business exist to make the delivery of Shell’s strategy and the growth of our company possible. P&T works collaboratively and in an integrated way with its business partners, to deliver value for our customers, and for Shell.

We develop the advanced products and technologies Shell needs to meet customer demand. Our solutions help our partners grow the LNG, Gas and Power businesses, deepen the integration of Manufacturing, Chemicals and Trading, and maximise the competitiveness of our Upstream business.

What’s the role?

As Data Engineer, you are expected to have hybrid skills combining data engineering, data visualisation

and information management skills with those of a business analyst.

In this role, you are accountable for the following:

• Build trusted business relationships at Manufacturing sites, working closely with the business and Site IT to acquire domain knowledge and identify opportunities to turn data into critical information and knowledge that enables higher hands-on-tools time and supports sound decision making.
• Deliver Data & Analytics knowledge sessions at M sites to improve adoption of Data Visualisation and Analytics tools - educate M sites on existing data analytics and data quality solutions - identify and address hurdles destroying value from data .
• Fast track the first stages of bringing a site-initiated Data idea to market and guide, advise and support Citizen Developers to build optimal solutions on the MS Power Suite.
• provide tool consultancy as well as education on publishing/IT processes and IRM compliant data access - work with other Site IT Advisors Data to increase replication potential across sites.
• Deliver prototypes in support of Data & Analytics Ideation - Deal with large data sets from disparate sources often in different formats; cleaning, merging and consolidating them appropriately – identify where more expert IT support is required.
• Identify Citizen Developed solutions and LMA’s which benefit from support from IT or even full transition to IT e.g. to improve end user experience and robustness as well as reducing data (IRM) exposure.
• Support the business at site and the M Chief Data Officer in the implementation of the M Data Strategy – e.g. by defining and expediting data quality improvement initiatives - how to best organise / who to engage / which tools to use.
• Work in close collaboration with the M Chief Data Officer and M Data Architect to recognise common themes and trends in site data consumption and help identify which (pre-calculated) data sets need to be made available by IT in the M Data Foundation for repetitive re-use by both Citizen Developers and IT.
• Support the M CDO in implementing at site the Manage Information, Data and Systems guidelines of the RDS Asset Management System.
• Support the site on Sharepoint activities by routing it to the right experts in Shell IT.

What we need from you?

• Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.
• At least a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience.
• IT background or business background with strongly developed IT skills.
• Asset/refinery/Upstream knowledge.
• The ability to deal with large data sets from disparate sources, cleaning, merging and consolidating data (data modelling and data engineering).
• Proficiency in app development and data visualization – proven experience with the Power Suite (PowerBI, PowerApps, MS Dynamics, Flow, etc.)
• Good communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemicals companies with over 90,000 employees in more than 70 countries and territories. In the US, we have operated for over a century and are a major oil and gas producer onshore and in the Gulf of Mexico, a recognized innovator in exploration and production technology, and a leading manufacturer and marketer of fuels, natural gas and petrochemicals. We deliver energy responsibly; operate safely with respect to our neighbours and work to minimize our environmental impact. We are in search of remarkable people who will thrive in a diverse and inclusive work environment to deliver exciting projects locally and globally. People who are passionate about exploring new frontiers. Innovators and pioneers. People with the drive to help shape our future. Because remarkable people achieve remarkable things.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

Disclaimer

Please note: We occasionally amend or withdraw Shell jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Before applying, you are advised to read our data protection policy. This policy describes the processing that may be associated with your personal data and informs you that your personal data may be transferred to Royal Dutch/Shell Group companies around the world. The Shell Group and its approved recruitment consultants will never ask you for a fee to process or consider your application for a career with Shell. Anyone who demands such a fee is not an authorised Shell representative and you are strongly advised to refuse any such demand. Shell participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws. Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability. As a US Federal Contractor, hiring selections are subject to periodic audit review and documentation of your selections should be maintained for a period of three calendar years. It is the policy of Shell in the U.S. (“Shell”) to provide equal opportunity to all individuals, employees and all qualified applicants for employment consistent with employment requirements and qualifications. Shell prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status under federal, state or local laws. All employees are expected to support this policy and contribute to an environment of equal opportunity. If you need an accommodation for a disability during the resourcing process, please speak with an HR representative.