What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation/Digitalization Engineer position at BASF?
Now hiring! Automation/Digitalization Engineer
McIntyre, GA / Savannah, GA
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We are looking for a Automation/Digitalization Engineer to join our Performance Chemicals team in McIntyre, GA or Savannah, GA.
Come create chemistry with us!
As an innovative partner, BASF’s Performance Chemicals division offers chemicals for various customer industries, such as plastics, automotive, refining, lubricants, oilfield and mining. Our highly qualified and experienced team with outstanding market knowledge as well as our innovation platform and application know-how ensure our technological competence to provide excellent solutions to our customers.
We are seeking an experienced Automation/Digitalization Engineer to join our Digitalization team within our refining catalyst manufacturing plants. This role is critical for the design, development, and management of our database systems to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in database management, data modelling, and application development, with a passion for automation and leveraging data to drive business decisions.
As a Automation/Digitalization Engineer, you create chemistry by...
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:
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
Privacy statement
BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com to report fraud.
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.
McIntyre, GA / Savannah, GA
Relocation Assistance
We are looking for a Automation/Digitalization Engineer to join our Performance Chemicals team in McIntyre, GA or Savannah, GA.
Come create chemistry with us!
As an innovative partner, BASF’s Performance Chemicals division offers chemicals for various customer industries, such as plastics, automotive, refining, lubricants, oilfield and mining. Our highly qualified and experienced team with outstanding market knowledge as well as our innovation platform and application know-how ensure our technological competence to provide excellent solutions to our customers.
We are seeking an experienced Automation/Digitalization Engineer to join our Digitalization team within our refining catalyst manufacturing plants. This role is critical for the design, development, and management of our database systems to ensure optimal performance, security, and scalability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in database management, data modelling, and application development, with a passion for automation and leveraging data to drive business decisions.
As a Automation/Digitalization Engineer, you create chemistry by...
- Acting as the local contact for automation and digitization (A&D), overseeing the control, execution, and coordination of area-specific projects in collaboration with the EVR digitization team.
- Serving as the interface to specialist departments, initiating and shaping new automation and digitization projects and initiatives.
- Collaborating with application developers to integrate database solutions into software applications such as MES, ensuring seamless data flow and access.
- Monitoring and optimizing database performance, troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues, and conducting regular health checks and performance tuning.
- Ensuring data security and integrity by implementing and maintaining appropriate access controls and backup strategies.
- Analyzing and modeling data requirements, translating business needs into technical specifications and database structures.
- Managing and configuring digital application use cases, including creating customized dashboards and reports.
- Coordinating external service providers and supporting the digital roadmap and implementation of projects.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Automation Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Have experience as an Automation Engineer, Database Developer, Database Architect, or similar role.
- Have familiarity with programming languages such as Python or C# (preferred).
- Understand database security, backup, and recovery strategies.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
- Possess strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Have a basic understanding of digitization and a strong affinity for OT/IT, along with experience in low-code programming.
- Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and a goal- and results-oriented work style, with experience in database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and SQL/data modeling preferred.
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
Privacy statement
BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com to report fraud.
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.