Now hiring! Project Engineer IIGeismar, LAWe are looking for a Project Engineer II to join our XA Engineering team in Geismar, LA.Come create chemistry with us!We are seeking a professional like you to be responsible for the development and execution of capital project improvements within Utilities, Infrastructure, and EO Units at the Geismar site . You will work closely in teams consisting of Operations, Technology, Design, EHS, and Procurement personnel to ensure the safe and effective implementation of plant expansion, process debottlenecking, and infrastructure improvement projects. This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your cross-disciplinary knowledge of civil, piping, mechanical, and electrical/instrumentation disciplines. You may also provide support as a discipline engineer for assigned projects. This position will be within the site engineering group and may provide support across the plant in various businesses.As a Project Engineer II, you create chemistry by
Developing project scopes, generate and/or obtain cost estimates, and prepare appropriation funding requests for project investments up to $5M. Additionally, you will ensure that appropriate project safety reviews are completed as required both before and after approval and utilize applicable value-improving practices (VIP's) to optimize project scope and costs.
Seeking compliance with all environmental, safety, and health requirements, and promoting a safe working environment for project execution.
Developing and maintaining partnerships with assigned project manufacturing representatives to execute projects from initial scoping and funding, through detailed engineering and procurement, startup and commissioning, and then final documentation and closure. Additionally, you will participate and contribute on engineering discipline teams via ad hoc assignments with other Site and North America engineers to review, update, and develop project management procedures, guidelines, standards, and practices.
Requesting and coordinating required process and design engineering and designing resources (from the site or corporate groups or outside engineering vendors) to prepare engineering design deliverables and to procure equipment, fabricated materials, and services. Also, maintaining SAP project data entries, monitoring project progress through scheduling and other tools, performing project status reporting, and controlling spending through appropriate tracking, forecasting, and adjustments.
Performing procurement activities as required, including preparing specifications, issuing requisitions, evaluating bids, and dealing with vendors.
Ensuring proper documentation of files, records, databases, and drawings to meet regulatory and BASF requirements, also by promoting identification of lessons learned from completed projects to improve work practices. Additionally, you will mentor and coach newer engineers, including participants in the Professional Development Program.
If you
Have a Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or another related technical field
Have 3+ years of experience in the chemical, petrochemical, refining industry preferably working in either (Projects, Maintenance, and/or Operations).
Have knowledge of industry/design standards for equipment (Pumps, pipe, exchangers, vessels, etc.)
Create your own chemistry with you@BASFAt 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 usAs 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. #belongatBASFPrivacy statementBASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.Equal employment opportunitiesWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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