CTO - Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA)

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Experience 20+ years of experience in product development, operation, process optimization, and technology leadership roles partly or fully in Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA) Exposure to Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA) industry (operation + technical services / technology) is a must, preferably with hands on experience of converting a PTA plant to PIA. Key Responsibilities Stabilize PIA plant operation by addressing technology issues and achieve design plant rate, specific consumption norms and product quality. Develop and execute the technology strategy aligned with the business strategy Assess global competitiveness through benchmarking. Develop long-term and mid-term strategies to bridge gaps with top quartile / decile performance Plan, develop and drive improvement projects to ensure RIL assets remain competitive Support execution of capital projects and long term PIOs for flawless commissioning Foster functional excellence, ideate top-down radical improvements & drive long term PIOs Support Platform Initiatives to develop digital tools for improving productivity of plant including but not limited to Process Digital Twin, data driven models for problem solving, use of AI / ML for trouble shooting Establish best practices and standards to ensure consistency for safe, efficient and reliable operations. Build and mentor a high-performing technology team, fostering innovation and technical excellence. Engage with industry partners, research institutions, and government agencies to foster collaboration. Support business teams in assessing market trends, customer needs, and partnership opportunities. Core Competencies Deep domain knowledge in Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA) process technology and thorough understanding of the challenges while converting a Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) plant to PIA including the corrosion aspects and steps needed to mitigate them. Fundamental understanding of PIA technology landscape as-is and future. Ability to work with an entrepreneurial mindset. Strong program management, and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience with techno-economic analysis, lifecycle assessment, and sustainability evaluation. Strong leadership and team management capabilities Show more Show less