What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instrument & Electrical Engineer - Seneca position at BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions?
Join BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) —a global leader in catalysis and precious metals —to help us create a cleaner, more sustainable world. Protecting our elements of life is our purpose, and this inspires us to ever-new solutions. Leveraging deep expertise, ECMS provides full-loop services, including precious metals trading and recycling. We operate globally with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.
The Impact You’ll Make
As an Instrument and Electrical Engineer, you will be a strategic leader in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our Seneca site's E&I systems. You will utilize your expertise to contribute to the life cycle strategy and planning efforts for critical plant systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Education/Experience:
We believe in supporting you to be your best in every stage of your life. Our total offer goes beyond compensation, Medical & Dental, and includes:
Comprehensive Wellness & Family Support
Security and EEO Statement
BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Security Notice: BASF takes security and data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information or any form of payment (e.g., a check for equipment) via email, private text, or social media. If you experience any of the above, please contact HR4U.US@basf-catalystsmetals.com to report fraud.
The Impact You’ll Make
As an Instrument and Electrical Engineer, you will be a strategic leader in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our Seneca site's E&I systems. You will utilize your expertise to contribute to the life cycle strategy and planning efforts for critical plant systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design & Project Execution
- Lead the design, specification, and review of electrical and instrumentation systems for both new installations and existing projects.
- Develop essential technical documentation, including wiring diagrams, loop drawings, P&IDs, and control logic schematics.
- Perform equipment sizing and selection for devices such as control valves, transmitters, sensors, motors, and VFDs.
- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) of system failures to develop effective corrective and preventive measures.
- Support the entire project lifecycle, including installation, commissioning, and startup of instrumentation and electrical systems.
- Work collaboratively with all engineering disciplines, operations, and maintenance to achieve optimal equipment performance.
- Compliance, Safety & Documentation
- Ensure all designs and installations strictly comply with applicable industry codes and standards (e.g., NEC, ISA, IEC, NFPA).
- Contribute your E&I expertise to safety processes, including HAZOPs, risk assessments, and critical safety reviews.
- Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, detailed specifications, and formal reports.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field, PLUS 1 years of work experience in an E&I role (relevant Co-op or Internship experience will be considered).
- High school diploma/GED PLUS 3 years of work experience in an E&I role.
- Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments (e.g., oil & gas, chemical, power).
- Solid knowledge base in process control, instrumentation, and electrical power systems.
- Proficiency in PLC systems, SCADA, and automation software.
- Familiarity with industry standards, including ISA, IEEE, IEC, and NEC.
- Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and intrinsically safe system design.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills.
- Experience with CMMS systems (e.g., SAP, Maximo).
- Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD or EPLAN.
- Experience with Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and NFPA 86 burner systems.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles in control systems.
- Experience with IT/OT networking and server management.
We believe in supporting you to be your best in every stage of your life. Our total offer goes beyond compensation, Medical & Dental, and includes:
Comprehensive Wellness & Family Support
- Flexible Work Arrangements (whenever possible).
- Maternity/Paternity Leave , and reimbursement for Infertility & Adoption expenses.
- Competitive Medical and Dental Plan Options.
- Disability and Life Insurance Programs.
- Wellness Programs and Pet Insurance.
- Competitive Pay Range : $80,000 - $130,000.
- Actual pay is determined by education, experience, and other job-related factors .
- Retirement Benefits with generous company contributions.
- Mentoring & Development Programs to support your career growth.
- Employee Discounts.
Security and EEO Statement
BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Security Notice: BASF takes security and data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information or any form of payment (e.g., a check for equipment) via email, private text, or social media. If you experience any of the above, please contact HR4U.US@basf-catalystsmetals.com to report fraud.
Salary : $80,000 - $130,000