Ceramics Engineer, Sr. jobs in Galveston, TX

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. We provide a challenging and rewarding work environment with a strong emphasis on process safety, as well as the safety of our employees and the communities we operate in and are always working to form the best team—especially from within, through an emphasis on lifelong learning and development. And we are constantly striving to become an even better place to work. BASF has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2021. Come join us on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future!

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Senior Operations Engineer- Freeport, TX

The purpose of this position is to achieve strategic business needs through process safety, capital project support, process and product optimization and automation. This position is responsible for driving continuous process innovation by creating strong relationships with Maintenance Team and improve the reliability in the process thru a strategic cost management.

The Dispersions & Resins business of BASF develops, produces and markets a range of high-quality resins, additives, colorants and polymer dispersions worldwide. These raw materials are used in formulations for coatings and paints, printing and packaging products, construction chemicals, adhesives, fiber bondings, nonwovens, and paper manufacturing.  We are building the best team to support the growth and needs of our customers.  With a comprehensive product portfolio and extensive knowledge of the industries we serve, our customers benefit from innovative and sustainable solutions to help them advance their formulations through chemistry.

For further information about the Dispersions & Resins business in North America, please visit http://www.basf.us/dpsolutions

Formula for Success: You Will…

Function as Maintenance Liaison interacting with Maintenance team to ensure the maintenance execution is executed on time, on cost and with the quality required, promoting discussion on the PM frequency, Out of Service equipment, maintenance priorities and planned outages.

Participate in Plant Reliability activities by serving as the leader of the Plant to review with Maintenance the strategies needed to maintain reliability as expected.

Participates in asset effectiveness review meeting, incident investigations and root cause failure meetings involving Control system failures (to include DCS, SIS, and PLC).

Function as liaison with service groups and outside contractors to ensure that unit expectations are clear and that work is accomplished correctly, promptly and cost effectively.

Interface with global production, technology, and other Business Groups with primary focus on innovation and best practices.

Provide support to the Production Execution team by addressing second tier plant troubleshooting and technical training on unit chemistry, processing steps and process optimization for the shift workers.

Responsible for the scope development and implementation of an automation strategy (in alignment with the site’s automation strategy) to help reach the automation vision. This includes High Performance Graphics, optimizing and consolidating systems, networking of all controls systems in the area and implementing advanced systems to utilize the complete capabilities of every control system.

Lead the Digitalization efforts and manage Plant Automation roadmap by developing and execute projects and process optimizations.

Ingredients for Success: What We Look For in You…

BS Degree in Engineering (preferably Chemical Engineering)

5 years of Chemical, Petrochemical, or Refinery Experience

Proven organizational skills.

Strong understanding of Process Engineering concepts and their applications

Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, TCEQ and other applicable code and regulations and standards

Must be able to work within a diverse organization.

Practical experience in process control, field equipment and DCS/PLC Control Systems.

Commitment to a safe and efficient workplace

Strong collaborative skills, keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You…

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. You@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you—the whole you—in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry.

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans, to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success.

BASF provides interesting and challenging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your job. #dispersionsresins&additives