Asset Engineer

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Job Title: Asset Engineer
Location: Wyandotte, MI, Midwest United States, USA

Company: BASF - We Create Chemistry
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description: Now hiring! Asset Engineer

Wyandotte, MI- On Site

We are looking for an Asset Engineer to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte.

Come create chemistry with us!

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction.These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Asset Engineer to support the effective management of physical assets and contribute to capital project planning and delivery for our Engineering Plastics Compounding plant. The Asset Engineer will be responsible for capital projects as the manufacturing representative, requiring a strong engineering background, a keen understanding of manufacturing processes, project management skills, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement. As the Asset Engineer, you will manage and optimize the lifecycle of production assets and ensure that equipment and machinery operate at peak efficiency, reliability and safety while adhering to industry standards and BASF regulations and policies.

As a Asset Engineer, you create chemistry by...

Ensuring compliance with all environmental, safety, and health requirements and promoting a safe working environment for project execution.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders as the plant's manufacturing representative to assess technical specifications and engineering, design requirements, procurement needs for new assets, and upgrades to existing assets to enhance efficiency, reliability and productivity.
Providing technical expertise and support to operations and maintenance teams regarding equipment performance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
Identifying opportunities and taking action to continuously improve production and project processes.
Executing all capital projects safely and within budget / timeline.
Driving and implementing MOCs (Management of Change) and contributing to plant BHA (PHA/HAZOP) clean sheet and revalidation studies with corrective action execution.

If you...

Possess a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, other)
Possess 3-5 years of professional experience in a chemical or related manufacturing operation.
2+ years of professional experience in capital project engineering/management preferred.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively while managing multiple projects at one time.
Strong understanding and application of RAGAGEP.
Understanding of plastics compounding processes and associated machinery preferred.
Demonstrated strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in basic computer skills including MS Office.
Proficient with SAP PPM and CMMS systems preferred.
Understanding and application of LEAN Six Sigma methodologies and practices preferred.

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
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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Equal employment opportunities

We 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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Job Post Date: 05/05/25