Digital Enablement Lead / Data Scientist - New Orleans LA

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115671BR

Job Title:

Digital Enablement Lead / Data Scientist - New Orleans, LA

No. of Positions:

1

Job Description:

Purpose

The US Gulf of Mexico (GOM) is a heartland for Shell and we are a leading deep-water oil and gas producer in the region. We have been operating here for over six decades and during this time we’ve achieved exceptional milestones in the development and operation of our world-class assets. We are proud stewards of this long history of industry-leading achievements and we continue to apply our experience and capability every day to deliver safe and reliable production. We look forward to continuing our pioneering legacy in deep water and to helping usher in the next generation of deep-water developments using our technology, know-how and innovative approaches.

The UPD-GOM Data Capability Lead will report directly to the Fit For the Future (FFF) General Manager. The purpose of the role is to build a UPD-GOM “value from data” capability in the organization, generating a significant advantage via:

expertise in data science, analytics, business intelligence, and the key enablers of foundational data governance, corporate data platforms, and enterprise IT portfolios; and

developing the data science skills of the UPD-GOM asset / asset support technical staff to enable identification, validation, and realization of “value from data” at scale – increased process safety, production, reduction of deferment, and improvement of efficiency and ways of working.

The role is expected to have a close working relationship with the GOM assets, GOM asset central functions (including surveillance, maintenance reliability and turnaround, FFF, safety, and other disciplines), development, and Project and Technology (P&T) organisations alongside the remaining of the business to support the implementation of digital/data innovation to drive business performance consistently with the UPD-GOM business goals.

The individual is expected to be proficient with Agile techniques, able to drive quick prototyping and implementing, connect with the global digitalisation community to leverage internal Royal Dutch Shell talent, connect externally, and engage stakeholders and support the extraction of exceptional value from data.

Accountabilities

Assisting the GOM FFF GM with overall digital enablement strategy and execution, including data and systems, digital products, and IT-enabled simplification;

Delivering advanced digital products encompassing digitalisation, automation, robotization – Industry 4.0 initiatives in the GOM;

Dotted-line managing a team of approximately 15 digital ninjas expected to spend 50% of their time developing/delivering digital products for the GOM with accountability for their delivery and contribution to the bottom line and their professional development – digital competencies, data ownership and stewardship, and access to external knowledge;

Supporting the integration of any product and activity with our data platforms of choice, maximising integration with and value from the platforms; and

Maximising use, reuse and replication of potential opportunities from other parts of Shell and the outside world, putting business needs first and strategically driving the development and deployment of digital opportunities to contribute to the GOM Ambition

Supporting data quality improvement efforts and being a champion for data quality, ownership, and stewardship in the GOM

The role has also the following HSSE and leadership accountabilities:

Contributing to Goal-Zero by ensuring that HSSE risk management is placed at the heart of the thinking around digital enablement and business improvement.

Building/leading and managing ad-hoc project teams with dotted or no direct reporting lines

Key interactions:

Regular working sessions with the asset, front line and project teams to understand and address customer needs, and ensure engagement of product owners, sponsors, and end-users

Regular working session with analytics teams and data teams to understand available technologies, other “value from data” activities in other Operating Units, IT portfolio changes, etc.

Regular engagement with Shell IT and digitalisation teams to understand available technologies and building synergies

Ongoing interactions with FFF and Process Data Systems teams, supporting implementation of Fit for Future and cadence momentum into the organization

Auto req ID:

115671BR

Skillpool:

Production Operations Upstream

Country of Work Location:

United States

Employment Type:

Full Time

Company Description:

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals. As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

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Work Location:

New Orleans

Requirements:

Skills & Requirements

Mastery in the Python and R programming language and ability to choose the most suited language based on the data engineering or science problem

Verifiable record of success in delivering high quality Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) – Shell experience preferred

Certification in at least one Agile methodology and evidence its application to past work required

Evidence of having created, prioritised and managed product backlogs based on both intrinsic and non-intrinsic value

Demonstrated understanding of the Industry 4.0 applications, their impacts on the business and how to implement and derive value from them

Proven ability to lead teams and deliver results through direct (control) and dotted (influence) reporting line

Proven ability to effectively interact at all levels of the organisation – from leadership teams to end-users of digital products with varying seniority and digital literacy

Unwilling to accept status quo and perceived wisdom, continuously seeking to drive more value

Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to help others organize problem solving

Engaged and motivated by the business improvement agenda, driving bottom line value through innovation and Industry 4.0

City, State (if applicable):

New Orleans, LA, US

Company info

Shell .
Website : https://www.shell.com