Data and Process Engineer

Process and Data Engineer

Vopak helps the world flow forward. We store the energy of today and tomorrow. But behind our impressive terminals and tanks, it is our people who make the difference. Guided by our culture of Trust, Collaboration, and Courage, we focus on creating an impact that brings the opportunity to grow and to make a real difference. As Process and Data Engineer, you will play a key role in realizing our ambitions while building both the future of Vopak and your own.

Your Mission

Reporting to the Site Director in Deer Park, TX, the Process and Data Engineer is a newly created, high-visibility role in the Operations / Analytics department designed to bridge operational efficiency with advanced analytics. Your primary purpose is to design, develop, and deploy decision support systems that contribute to the organization becoming a more data-driven company.

What will you be doing?

· Abide by and promote all safety procedures, champion safety, and participate in required safety training.

· Design and develop automated data science pipelines, predictive models, and retraining systems within multi-disciplinary agile teams.

· Manage a portfolio of process improvement initiatives and efficiency projects across all terminal departments.

· Apply Six Sigma techniques (DMAIC) and Lean tools (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, 5S) to optimize workflows, eliminate waste, and reduce process variation.

· Establish, trend, and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure improvement effectiveness and review progress during operational meetings.

· Spearhead Data Stewardship Management, establishing frameworks for data integrity, standardization, and governance for all operational metrics.

· Execute CI/CD activities and manage the localization and implementation of data models.

· Integrate data-driven insights into the Management of Change process and actively participate in the commissioning of new projects.

· Collaborate with the Terminal Senior Leadership Team on strategy building workstreams to align advanced analytics with long-term goals.

· Assist in the preparation of annual budgets for technical projects, encompassing both expenses and capital allocations.

Why you’ll love working with us

· Competitive, market-based compensation package depending on your experience and knowledge.

· Career development and growth opportunities, including potential participation in a select leadership development group aimed at preparing you for future senior leadership positions.

· Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance.

· 401(k) Incentive Savings Plan.

· Paid Time Off and Vacations, plus 9 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays.

· Basic and Supplemental Life/AD&D Insurance.

· Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance.

· Tuition Reimbursement.

Great atmosphere! Plenty of freedom, room for initiative, and an engaging environment. Want to know more about our great work culture? Follow us on Instagram or check out our stories on LinkedIn .

Does this sound like you?

· Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Engineering or Data Science are required; an MBA is preferred.

· Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience, including 3+ years in Python software development and data science libraries.

· Extensive experience and mandatory proficiency in Snowflake and Power BI.

· Previous experience facilitating and managing process improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

· Experience with CI/CD processes and tooling, as well as database systems management.

· Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, drawings, and regulatory documents.

· Excellent English communication skills (oral and written); Spanish language skills are helpful.

Don’t meet all our criteria?

No problem! If this role energizes you and our culture feels like a good fit, we warmly invite you to apply anyway.

What energy will you bring?

We’d love to meet you! Together, we help the world flow forward. Apply directly via our website.

Work Environment

This position requires the employee to be in an office environment as well as exposed to outside elements. The most extreme environmental elements include heat in the summer months of up to 100°+ and cold of generally no less than 0° in the winter months. There will be exposure to various chemicals and compounds, including fumes and smells, some of which are hazardous.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, speak, hear, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee may be required to enter confined spaces, work in elevated environments, and climb ladders or storage tanks up to 50 feet in height. Employees must be able to wear PPE required by the location.

Work Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.

Inclusion & Diversity

Vopak stores vital products with care. Our commitment to care extends to all our stakeholders, including our own employees, new talents and people in our local communities around the globe. We believe that each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and to work in a professional atmosphere that promotes equal opportunities and prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, political orientation or trade union membership, allowing everyone at Vopak to develop their full potential.

Accommodations

At Vopak we are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels they belong. To support this, we host several active Employee Resource Groups, including our International, Pride, Women’s and Young Professionals networks. To support qualified individuals with disabilities, we provide reasonable accommodations throughout our application and interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please email us at HR.USA@vopak.com.