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Work as a member of the Daily Operations Team. Be the system administrator of all controls systems ( DCS, Triconnex ,HIMA, PIMS, etc.) associated with the ACC. Be the focal point for all instrumentation modifications installed in the ACC, including those proposed for capital projects before and during construction. Develop training simulations for the ACC unit. Serve as the manufacturing representative on I/E projects. Maintain and have applied understanding of plants interlocks. Revise / Draw loop sheets as necessary. (Control Scheme Changes and As built changes for projects). Design/Improve Control Configuration. Participate in Loop Tuning. Perform DCS configuration changes as needed. Maintain the Foxboro I/A Control System. Build graphics, faceplate pages and overlays. Work with the APC group to implement and maintain advanced process control applications. Be the leader of the DCS/ alarm management team. Perform specific I/E training for the DOT. Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment problems. Work closely with Operations Technicians, Mechanical technicians, and other engineers, etc.

Requires a BS degree in Engineering. A minimum of 5 years work experience associated with control systems is required. Must have strong technical knowledge in the fundamentals of controls engineering and controls systems. Knowledge in Foxboro DCS graphics and control configuration. Knowledge of Triconnex, HIMA, or similar safety control systems, alarm management concepts, loop tuning, and Intools. Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose I/E failures. Knowledge and experience of CEMS./PIMS. Knowledge in advanced process control techniques. Ability to read and update I/E documents (schematics, loop & one-line drawings, PID's, etc.). Ability to work in a team atmosphere.

Primary Location: United States-Texas - Freeport
Other Locations :
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: G-KTI-Polyamides&Intermediates GBU

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The Instrument/ Electrical Maintenance Engineer will provide I/E maintenance support for chemical processing unit or units at the Freeport site. The engineer is responsible for assuring long-term I/E reliability resulting in cost effective and safe operations.

The position is responsible for providing instrument and electrical engineering expertise.

The I/E Maintenance engineer will ensure proper design, installation, preventive maintenance, and repair of instrument and electrical equipment according to regulatory and BASF standards.

The engineer has primary responsibility for eliminating chronic problems.

The I/E Maintenance Engineer will be expected to take a primary role in the planning and execution of turnarounds.

The engineer may be required to work as project manager for capital and expense reliability projects.

The I/E Maintenance Engineer will review all projects for compatibility with the plant's long-term maintenance strategy utilizing best available technology with consideration for minimized equipment life cycle costs.

The I/E Maintenance engineer works under the direction of the Technical Engineering Services Manager.

• BS Chemical or Electrical Engineering. BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

• 5 Years of I/E engineer experience required

• Strong knowledge of process control

• Requires general knowledge of instrumentation and controls systems, electrical systems, project execution, and construction and installation techniques.

• DCS and PLC experience is required.

• Knowledge of maintenance processes including preventative and predictive programs, Reliability Centered Maintenance, root cause analysis methods, and TPM is a plus.

• Working knowledge of SAP maintenance system is a plus

Primary Location: United States-Texas - Freeport
Other Locations :
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NCE/F-Freeport Site

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As a member of the Manufacturing Support Services plant optimization team, the process optimization engineer will provide leadership, organization, and support for the North America (NA) Process Optimization Initiative.

The NA process optimization engineer is a self directed position. The Optimization expert will keep apprised of the latest developments in reliability programs and technology. She/he will assess new programs for their benefit to BASF, and will be the liaison with the GT reliability engineers.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Act as the point-of-contact between all NA sites, the Consulting Global Production Efficiency Group (ZZC/E), and the Process Optimization Team

• Organize, participate, lead Process Optimization Workshops

• Evaluate Process Optimization Ideas utilizing different process engineering tools such as Aspen Engineering Suite and Aspen Manufacturing Suite

• Organize all Process Optimization monthly reports to upper management.

• Present various activities and update reports to upper management

• Organize training activities and best practice sharing sessions

This position can be located in either Freeport, TX or Geismar, LA.

Required Skills/ Experience/ Education

• BS in Chemical Engineering.

• 8 years engineering experience in chemical / petrochemical manufacturing operations

• 3 yrs of experience in Process Engineering (Design and/or Operations)

• Knowledge of wide variety of chemical processes.

• Knowledge in unit operations process design and sizing calculations (heat exchangers, distillation, extraction, reactors, cooling towers etc.)

• Theoretical know-how and Practical experience in troubleshooting plant problems and optimizing plant performance.

• Understand plant process control and advanced process control techniques and how they can be applied to monitor, control and/ or improve plant performance.

• Strong communication, computer skills, and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Knowledge in the use of Computer Aided Process Engineering (CAPE) applications Including AspenPlus.

• Knowledge of BASF's Ecology, Health and Safety Standards.

• Knowledge of the BASF project development process

• Knowledge of PIMS (ASPEN InfoPlus21)

• Knowledge of Design Of Experiments

• MS Chemical Engineering

BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education that are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

This position is part of a job family with multiple levels. The successful candidate will be placed at a level commensurate with experience and skill level.

This position requires all candidates to either currently possess or obtain and maintain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) Card from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security.

Primary Location: United States-Texas - Freeport
Other Locations :United States-Louisiana-Geismar
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NCE-Engineering

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Structural Engineering

• Design of new steel and concrete structures including process structures, piperacks, and buildings.

• Design of foundations for structures, buildings, piperacks, reactors, towers, compressors, exchangers, pumps, tanks, and other equipment.

• Analysis of existing structures and foundations for repair, renovation, or additions.

Civil Engineering

• Design of site development, roads, drainage, railroads, and barge and ship docks, truck docks and loading stations.

• Analysis of existing infrastructure for repairs, renovation or additions.

Capital Project Support

• Provide engineering technical support during all phases of project execution.

• Prepare of scope of work documents, key quantities for cost estimates, bid packages, and detailed engineering drawings.

• Prepare information and expertise for development of project cost and schedule.

• Lead civil and structural design efforts on small and large capital projects. Provide technical direction for 1-10 engineers/designers (in-house and/or third party engineering firm) during the engineering phase of the projects

Support Services

• Review of work of outside engineering firms for quality, code compliance, and BASF Technical Standards compliance.

• Perform bid evaluations, construction assistance, maintenance assistance, and consulting on civil structural issues.

• Provide expertise to interpret codes and maintain best practices (ASCE, IBC, utilize STAAD).

• Evaluate suppliers including engineering firms, contractors, and fabricators

• Provide technical assistance in solving day to day problems at Freeport and BASF linked sites.

• Review, validate/challenge, and provide constructive feedback on new and revised BASF Technical Standards and Site Practices relating to civil engineering.

• Review BASF Safety and Loss Prevention standards, Ecology Standards, and governmental codes and regulations for changes affecting projects, detail design, and retrofits.

• Act as civil liaison for Corporate Engineering to Ludwigshafen and other BASF sites. This includes participation on Corporate Ad-hoc committees.

• Supports Site Administrative efforts, including the preparation and retention of documentation.

REQUIRED

B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering with experience to provide intimate knowledge of the theory and practice of Civil and Structural Engineering as used in a chemical plant and/or industrial operation. Must understand conceptual design engineering, fabrication, construction, cost engineering, and project management.

Good motivational, planning/scheduling, and communication skills are required. Must be able to maintain a positive attitude under all work conditions and perform in a team atmosphere.

Additional requirements

• 7 years in civil/structural design engineering and related fields.

• Working knowledge with STAADPro structural design software.

• Knowledgeable in Civil and Structural Codes (, AISC, ACI, IBC, ASCE, and other applicable codes)

• Self-starter, good communication skills, organization, leadership skills.

• Strong computer skills.

DESIRED

• 2 years in the Petrochemical or related industry.

• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas.

• Experienced in Microstation

• An understanding of Geotechnical Engineering

• Experience in railroad design.

• Experience in design of marine/dock structures.

• Experience in Road design.

• Experience in drainage design

Primary Location: United States-Texas - Freeport
Other Locations :
Job Type: Standard
Shift: Day Job
Organization: NCE/F-Freeport Site

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