Now hiring! Senior Technology Specialist

Geismar, LA (Onsite)

We are looking for a Senior Technology Specialist to join our Petrochemicals team in Geismar, LA.

Where the chemistry happens…

BASF’s Petrochemical division is the starting point of BASF's petrochemical value creation worldwide, also known as “the heart of the Verbund,” representing the world's largest chemical markets. Together, let us keep the heart beating one creative solution at a time!

We are looking for a Senior Technology Specialist to join our EO/Fuel Additives Production & Asset Management team in Geismar, Louisiana. In this role, you will serve as the site’s senior technical authority for Ethylene Oxide (EO) process technology and key Fuel Additives technology interfaces. You will enable safe, compliant, reliable, and cost effective operations by leading complex technical problem solving, technology stewardship, and capability building across the EO/Fuel Additives organization. Effective operations by leading complex technical problem solving, technology stewardship, and capability building across the EO/FA organization. effective operations by leading complex technical problem solving, technology stewardship, and capability building across the EO/FA organization.

Come create chemistry with us!

As a Senior Technology Specialist, you create chemistry by...

• Acting as the senior technical steward for EO process technology, ensuring safe and optimized operation across normal operations, startups, shutdowns, and upset conditions.
• Serving as the primary escalation point for complex process troubleshooting that impacts safe and reliable operations.
• Leading technology stewardship activities, including operating envelopes, process limits, key process indicators, catalyst performance monitoring (as applicable), and identification of emerging technology risks.
• Providing technical leadership for Process Safety Management deliverables such as PHAs/LOPAs, MOCs, incident investigations, operating procedures, and safe operating limit validation.
• Supporting the EO capital project portfolio through scope development, design reviews, operability assessments, commissioning, and startup support.
• Leading or supporting root cause analyses for significant process events, quality upsets, reliability losses, and near misses, driving effective corrective actions.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield and selectivity, energy efficiency, waste reduction, debottlenecking, and reduced unplanned downtime.
• Building technical capability across the site by mentoring engineers, production specialists, and operations teams through coaching and structured knowledge transfer.

If you...

• Have 20+ years of experience in Ethylene Oxide manufacturing with expert level knowledge of EO technology and plant operations. level
• Bring deep experience in troubleshooting complex process upsets and translating learnings into sustainable improvements.
• Have a strong working knowledge of Process Safety Management and Risk Management Programs.
• Have experience supporting capital projects, including involvement in design reviews, commissioning, and startup support.
• Are able to influence across Operations, Maintenance, Reliability, Engineering, and Projects through technical credibility and collaboration.
• Hold an Associate’s degree in a technical field (preferred), or equivalent applicable experience.

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.

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