Basic Function
HF Sinclair is seeking a Senior Data Scientist anywhere in the US who will be responsible for analyzing large PI and API datasets to extract valuable insights, develop predictive models, and support data driven decision making processes..
Job Duties
Leads and provides strategic and long term improvements for the Data Science capability within the Refinery Operations.Leads the Data Science Development Community of Practice to foster and teach data science capabilities to traditional technical roles across the fleet.Partners and works closely with IT Teams to build the necessary infrastructure to support data products from the data science capability.Leads and provides technical support for projects requiring data science capability with processing data, modelling, data visualization and/or automation of data analysis to solve complex problems.Partners and works closely with the facilities to identify new opportunities for projects and providing analytical support to address operational challenges as they arise.Partners and works closely with facility personnel and corporate personnel to implement sustainable products from proof of concepts.Research and provides industry point of views on use of data science methods to incorporate into the innovation road map.Experience
5+ years experience in the Refining Industry in a Process Engineering or other technical role.3+ years experience in a Data Science role. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
Knowledge around the use of process data historiansKnowledge around multiple refinery process unit technologiesOSI PI Asset Framework or equivalent experienceExperience in delivering modern/digital solutions that include AI/ML SoftwareEducation Level
A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or other related fields, or equivalent work experience in lieu of a four-year degree is required.
Required Skills
Experience with OSI PI InfrastructureKnowledge of refinery process unit technologies and general refinery oil flow.Experience in programming languages such as Python and SQL.Experience with utilizing machine learning packages within Python.Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau or Power Bi.Ability to foster strategic partnerships with business partnersAbility to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making.Solid critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, consensus building, leadership capabilities, and drive for resultsMust have excellent written and verbal communication skills.Must have demonstrated success in managing projects.Strong ability to influence at all leadership levelsSelf-starter with the drive and ability to achieve planned objectives.Strong ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment as a team playerStrong communication and change leadershipCoaching, mentoring, career planning, and skills developmentAbility to perform intermediate mathematical calculationsMust fluently and clearly speak, read, and write in English PREFERRED SKILLS:
Proficient in Power BIProficient in Python codingExperience in Generative AIExperience with Streamlit Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility
May act as team leader during special projects, and may manage contractors and vendors.
Work Conditions
Remote Based with up to 25% travel by land or air is required.
Subject to all weather and varying road conditions.
Occasional long hours, as well as nights and weekends as needed.
Benefits
HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families.
Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:
Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsurancePaid Time-Off401(k) Retirement Plan with matchEducational ReimbursementParental Bonding TimeEmployee Discounts We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally.
Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit .