Senior Controls Systems Engineer (Freeport, TX, US, 77541) at BASF – United States

Now hiring! Senior Controls Systems Engineer

Freeport, TX (Onsite)

We are looking for a Senior Controls Systems Engineer to join our Petrochemicals team in Freeport, TX.

Come create chemistry with us!

Where the chemistry happens…

BASF’s Petrochemical division is the starting point of BASF's petrochemical value creation worldwide, also known as “the heart of the Verbund,” representing the world's largest chemical markets. Together, let us keep the heart beating one creative solution at a time!

As a Sr. Control System Engineer and member of the Acrylics Process Management Team in Freeport, you will help provide and maintain safe and reliable control systems capabilities within the unit, performing as necessary to achieve key functional and safety obligations. This includes leadership of the area’s control systems migration and lifecycle process, providing maintenance recommendations and oversight for installed base equipment, membership on key site teams, and coordination with Operations, Technology, and Maintenance personnel. 

As a Senior Controls Systems Engineer, you create chemistry by...

• Supporting capital and maintenance projects in the Acrylics unit that require interface to control systems throughout conception, design, implementation, and commissioning. This can include serving as the designated manufacturing and technical representative.
• Developing and ensuring maintenance of databases for key advanced process control installations and help ensure their functionality and sustainability.
• Developing, implementing, documenting, and maintaining manuals for all systems in the production unit, being responsible for the standardization and quality of all configurations.
• Programming HMI, DCS and (Safety)PLC’s using Function Block Diagrams, Ladder Logic and Sequential Function Logic and SIS and other instrument testing assistance as needed.
• Assisting in configuration, preventative maintenance, hardware/software support, spare parts management and administration for unit DCS and control systems.
• Developing and maintaining long-term control system migration plans for the plant in alignment with all concerned parties and assist with the MOC process.
• Tracking Total Cost of Ownership for control systems, including monitoring failures, assisting in initial hardware installations, maintenance contract tracking and communication, optimizing software version upgrades and addressing vendor liaison issues.
• Performing advanced control and graphic configuration as a subject matter expert.
• Participating in Peer Working Groups and work with other Control Systems Engineers, IE Maintenance Engineers, Technologists and Technicians to increase standardization of process control systems across the Freeport site.

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer, Chemical or Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Have relevant work experience in chemical manufacturing, refining, or similar industry with emphasis on strong technical knowledge in process controls, networking, security, field instrumentation, and control systems.
• Possess at least 7 years of experience with DCS and/or PLC programming, controls systems, automation, and instrumentation.
• Have strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, and keen attention to detail.
• Are available on-call, should you need to respond to any after-hours event that impacts production or EHS.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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