
Instrument/Control SIS Reliability Engineer
BASF
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Geismar • Louisiana • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Provide Instrument & Controls, Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), and Burner Management System engineering expertise to support site business units/operating divisions, safety‑related initiatives, and small, medium, and large capital projects
- Work closely with discipline engineers, project managers, plant operations, and maintenance teams to deliver complex engineering solutions
- Responsible for supporting new chemical plants, research laboratories, major expansions, debottlenecking efforts, and infrastructure projects
- Provide technical leadership to I&C engineers and designers, both internal teams and third‑party engineering firms, through all project phases and special initiatives
- Review design documentation, understand how system designs interface with manufacturing operations, and identify opportunities to reduce cost, enhance sustainability, and establish best practices
- Participate in cross‑functional teams, internal committees, and ad hoc assignments will be essential to your success in this role
Requirements
- A Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related engineering discipline
- 10 + years of experience in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
- In-depth technical experience in process instrumentation and controls, including Fire & Gas, pressure, temperature, level, and flow measurement technology
- Proven experience in designing, implementing, programming and commissioning PLCs, SIS and Burner Management Systems (BMS) control equipment/systems
- Well-developed troubleshooting skills in instrumentation
- Ability to communicate effectively in technical manufacturing discussions
- A strong commitment to workplace safety and knowledge of local and national safety standards.
Benefits
- 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!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Electrical EngineeringChemical Engineeringprocess instrumentationcontrolsFire & Gas measurementpressure measurementtemperature measurementlevel measurementflow measurementPLC programming
Soft Skills
technical leadershiptroubleshootingcommunicationcollaborationcommitment to safety