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Senior Process Engineer

Come create chemistry with us! We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to be part of the Engineering team and will be based in Chattanooga, TN to support the overall success of the Dispersions & Resins business in North America. 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, fiberbondings, nonwovens, and paper manufacturing. As a Senior Process Engineer, you create chemistry by...

Serve as a manufacturing representative on capital projects and execute commissioning and startup of capital projects

Manage process optimization, troubleshooting, data analysis, and technical support to the operations organization

Lead new product scale up activities including recipe development, trial oversight, and commercialization activities

Provide technical support to the Operations Team in the resolution of plant problems

Utilize technical troubleshooting techniques to improve processes and product quality

Provide Technical support for risk assessments on Management of Changes to ensure changes do not jeopardize safety of plant

Identify and lead continuous improvement projects to reduce waste and minimize variation in support of site goals

Execute site Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and work closely with the EH&S Specialists to ensure site compliance to BASF and other regulatory requirements

Support the BASF Process Safety and Site PSM/RMP Program through ownership/upkeep of process safety information

If you have...

BS in Chemical Engineering or other engineering discipline

6+ years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Previous experience identifying and implementing process modifications to improve efficiency/reliability

Previous experience in facilitation and coordination of root cause analysis

Preferred:
Experience programming in DCS and/or PLC platforms (e.g. Honeywell, Delta V, ABB)

Experience identifying and developing cost/benefit analysis for potential new projects

Background in dispersion manufacturing

Working knowledge and experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies

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 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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