Sr. Project Engineer

Now hiring! Sr. Project Engineer

 

Freeport, TX (Hybrid)

Relocation assistance. Yearly bonus

 

We are looking for a Sr. Project Engineer to join our GEC team in Freeport, TX.

 

Come create chemistry with us!

 

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. 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. The Global Engineering team leverages our technical know-how and expertise to deliver solutions that enable safe, sustainable, reliable, and cost-competitive production.

In this role, you will manage all phases of capital and expense projects and serve as the primary technical point of contact between the project and business unit partners.  You will successfully complete assigned projects safely, on schedule and within budget, while following BASF Corporation Engineering standards and procedures.

 

As a Sr. Project Engineer, you create chemistry by...

 

•    Achieving project objectives which include functionality, cost, and schedule for project investments up to approximately $25 million.
•    Providing leadership to the project team including engineering, production, infrastructure, logistics, procurement, and construction as well as mentor less experienced engineers.
•    Championing the scope development process to ensure completeness of basic engineering and seek opportunities for added value through application of Value Based Engineering.
•    Overseeing the Change Management process and maintain focus on safety in the development of project concepts and during execution.
•    Developing execution and contracting strategies to effectively meet objectives.
•    Demonstrating a commitment to maintaining a safe and productive workplace as you ensure compliance with all BASF policies, procedures, and technical standards.

If you...

 

• Have a Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline, preferably in electrical engineering with 7 or more years of engineering experience in a chemical, petrochemical or similar manufacturing environment combined with at least 5 years of project management experience.
• Have a strong background in Power, Instrumentation, and Distributed Control Systems or PLC systems. 
• Have a proven successful track record of executing multiple small- to medium-size capital projects simultaneously.
• Possess outstanding interpersonal, problem solving, leadership, organizational and communication skills. Be team-oriented and capable of working in a multi-task environment.
• Have in-depth knowledge of project management processes and project execution best practices as well as familiarity with business controlling systems (e.g. SAP) is preferred.
• The position is Freeport, TX based and works a hybrid work schedule (onsite minimum 3 days/week).

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