Sr. Civil Engineer

Now hiring! Sr. Civil Engineer

Freeport, TX

We are looking for a Sr. Civil Engineer to join our Global Engineering team in Freeport, TX.

Come create chemistry with us!

At BASF, we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. The Global Engineering team leverages our technical know-how and expertise to deliver solutions that enable safe, sustainable, reliable, and cost-competitive production.

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will lead civil and structural engineering design activities across all phases of small to medium sized brownfield capital and expense projects at the BASF Freeport site. Responsibilities include scope development, cost estimating, preparation of specifications and construction packages, quality assurance, and providing technical support during construction.

In addition to project execution, the role includes delivering technical support and solutions for civil and structural maintenance activities at the Freeport facility, such as annual inspections, studies, and repair planning. These maintenance activities will comprise about 50% of the role.

You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure the successful delivery of assigned projects and maintenance activities.

As a Sr. Civil Engineer, you create chemistry by...

• Performing inspections of steel structures, civil infrastructure, and bridges across the plant, including condition assessments, documentation, and development of repair and maintenance recommendations to ensure structural integrity, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Providing Civil and Structural engineering expertise for small – medium capital projects and expense projects, including specification development, detailed design, material take‑offs, and construction support of site infrastructure.
• Guiding Civil designers on scoping, deliverables, and quality assurance activities, ensuring alignment with BASF Technical Standards, industry standards, and regulatory codes.
• Partner with the High‑Value Engineering (HVE) Center to execute detailed engineering through work‑share, providing oversight to ensure compliance with project scope, BASF Technical Standards, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Driving value through sound engineering judgment by identifying cost‑reduction opportunities, proposing value‑based design alternatives, and collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, Construction, and technical committees.

If you have...

• A Bachelor Degree of Science degree in Civil Engineering.
• At least 7 years of experience in chemical or petrochemical industries, or similar industry supporting both capital projects and plant maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational and communication skills, and ability to collaborate in a diverse team environment.
• A Professional Engineer license (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.