Plant Engineer, Care Chemicals, BASF - East Setauket, NY

$100,000 - $100,000/Yr

BASF - Setauket- East Setauket, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Setauket- East Setauket, NY

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Plant Engineer at BASF's Care Chemicals division in East Setauket, NY, plays a crucial role in providing technical and troubleshooting support for plant operations. This position involves managing capital projects, ensuring compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, and collaborating with various teams to enhance operational efficiency and safety. The role emphasizes a commitment to sustainability and innovation in the chemical industry, contributing to the success of both the company and its customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and troubleshooting support for plant operations.
• Lead and participate in root cause analysis to develop corrective action plans.
• Scope, design, and execute capital projects, interfacing with third-party engineering firms.
• Support the site's Mechanical Integrity program and pressure relief device program.
• Manage onsite contractor work and issue work permits as needed.
• Support Environmental, Health, and Safety programs and contractor safety initiatives.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years of industry experience preferred.
• Prior work in a cGMP environment preferred.
• Experience with SAP and AutoCAD is a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan
• Access to a wide range of elements to support overall well-being and personal growth