Project Engineering Manager

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Job Title: Project Engineering Manager
Location: Chattanooga, TN, South 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! Project Engineering Manager

[Chattanooga, TN] (onsite)

Come create chemistry with us!

This role provides strategic engineering leadership for the Chattanooga facilities, overseeing the full capital project portfolio and managing the site's capital expenditure (CAPEX) budget. The position is accountable for final decision-making on capital initiatives, directing the execution of projects, and managing third-party contractors and vendors. It leads the engineering function across both the Amnicola Highway and Polymer Drive sites, ensuring alignment with operational goals and long-term site strategy.

The Engineering Manager supervises project engineers and managers, providing direction and oversight to ensure effective project delivery and technical excellence. The role also drives continuous improvement initiatives related to plant performance, safety, and reliability. A strong emphasis is placed on compliance with corporate, divisional, and site-level standards in Safety, Environmental, Quality, and EEO/AA policies.

As a Project Engineering Manager, you create chemistry by...

Develop process improvements and implement as capital projects at both Chattanooga facilities.
Develop projects and programs to ensure the site complies with the many pertinent safety concept standards as applied to both the Chattanooga facilities.
Develop and maintain the site capital plan including regular updates on forecasted spending.
Develop plant DCS and process control strategies to support process improvements.
Assist with plant trials and process changes to improve productivity and product quality.
Assist in maintaining plant Process Safety Information such as procedures, PFD's and P&ID's.
Manage PHA's, MOC system and Pre-startup Safety Review documentation.
Manage the PSV Engineering Program including maintaining the HFCPRD list and calculation revisions.
Develop process expertise to engineer major site projects.
Manage the site PSM program for RCMS and PSM Audits.
Supports and continually applies Quality improvement policies and procedures.
Initiate Process Safety improvements through participation in the site OET, RCMS and PHA programs.
Standardize process equipment consistency between both facilities to reduce spare parts and expertise needs.
Standardize process instrumentation to comply with the Global Standards List for SIS system instrumentation.
Interacts regularly with operations' engineers, technicians, and supervisors for approval, concurrence and resolution of engineering related activities.
Within the area of operations/maintenance engineering the individual works within constraints of corporate and site policies/procedures and infrequent supervision.
Works within Production, Engineering and Maintenance Teams to support all Chattanooga site activities.
Works within Business Groups as necessary to implement projects and changes pertinent to the business of the facility.
Decisions must be timely and accurate and may impact current and future business relationships.

If you...

BS Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred with 15 years or greater of project design or project management experience demonstrated on multiple projects or engineering related assignments or equivalent work experience.
The incumbent must have a working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical and Chemical Engineering principals and applications and or equivalent work experience.
Individual should possess strong working knowledge of exothermic polymerization reactions for batch and continuous operations.
Information obtained from Safety Concept standards and industry related standards, the individual must be able to develop details required to implement chemical process control and safety system specifications for reducing reactor hazards associated with risk of runaway reactions.
Practical application experience with process equipment pertinent to the chemical industry is required.
Knowledge of the use and practice of process control, control equipment, chemical manufacturing process equipment, DCS and PLC hardware required for position.
The incumbent should possess practical working knowledge of Process Safety Management regulations, OSHA chemical industry regulations, NFPA regulations, ASME and API regulations, National Electrical Code requirements and EPA regulations.
Knowledge of the BASF Corporate Engineering Technical Standards, BASF PSM Standards, BASF PSV Standards and BASF Project Management policies and procedures is required.
In addition to the required technical skills the individual must possess strong interpersonal communication skills including verbal and writing, must be able to work in a team-based environment.

In addition to the required technical skills, the individual must possess strong interpersonal communication skills including verbal and writing, must be able to work in a team-based environment.
Supervise and coach direct reports; complete performance reviews and provide feedback
Prior experience directly supervising team members is 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: 04/23/25