Job Description

Automation Engineer – Seneca, SC

About BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions

Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world. Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions.

ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.

As an Automation Engineer you will LEAD by……….

• Develop, maintain, and optimize PLC, HMI, SCADA, and control system applications while contributing to lifecycle planning and system modernization initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Projects teams to identify, develop, and implement automation improvements that enhance safety, reliability, quality, and productivity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation, instrumentation, and control system issues that impact production, quality, or safety. Partner with Maintenance and Reliability teams to investigate equipment failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure automation systems and modifications comply with engineering standards, Management of Change requirements, and site operating procedures.
• Leveraging the plant data historian and MES systems to further our goal of digitalization and KPI reporting.
• Identifying improvement opportunities and supporting the execution of continuous improvement efforts in both process and automation.
• Providing technical support for risk assessments on Management of Change requests to ensure plant safety is not jeopardized.
• Partnering with project engineers, and other key technical personnel to complete commissioning phases of capital projects that involve automation.
• Provide user-friendly and reliable automation solutions that support safe and efficient plant operations.
• Develop and deliver training for operations, maintenance, and engineering personnel on automation systems, troubleshooting practices, and system enhancements.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation including control narratives, electrical drawings, network diagrams, backup procedures, and programming standards.
• Manage control system backups, software revisions, and change control documentation.
• Support alarm management, data historian applications, and performance monitoring systems.
• Implementation and maintenance of production system cybersecurity measures.

Your elements for success……

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• 3+ years’ Automation-related experience, required
• 7 years of Automation experience with an Associate Degree will be considered.
• Strong understanding of Process Safety Concepts
• Ability to successfully engage with personnel across the business
• Expertise in the Rockwell suite of programs, such as FactoryTalk View Studio, PlantPAx, RSLogix 5000
• Knowledge of virtual networks and thin client architecture
• Experience with proper installation and maintenance of instrumentation
• Knowledge of electrical infrastructure, including switchgear, MCCs and motor control
• Experience troubleshooting PLC, HMI, VFD, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks
• Working knowledge of Ethernet/IP, managed switches, and industrial networking concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose complex control system issues
• Knowledge of process historian systems, data analysis tools, and manufacturing KPI reporting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

You @ BASF ECMS

At BASF ECMS you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total range includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life.

• Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible
• Retirement Benefits with company contributions
• Competitive Medical and Dental Plan Options
• Disability and Life Insurance Programs
• Wellness Programs
• Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement
• Mentoring & Development Programs
• Employee Discounts
• Pet insurance

What are you waiting for? Click Apply now to BELONG@BASF!!

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BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.