Maintenance Engineer

Now hiring! Maintenance Engineer

Wyandotte, MI (On Site)

We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join our Performance Materials team in Wyandotte, MI. 

Come create chemistry with us!

The Performance Materials division is at the forefront of the much-needed sustainability transformation in plastics. Our experts co-create products with customers to bring innovations to major industry sectors such as transportation, consumer goods, industrial applications, and construction. These solutions contribute to a sustainable future by pushing the boundaries in thermal resistance, robustness and lightweight applications.

We are seeking a professional like you to improve maintenance and reliability at the Polyol Plant in Wyandotte, MI.  Polyols are used to create the many foams and plastics we use in our daily lives.  

In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of plant equipment and systems through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities. This role requires a strong understanding of mechanical equipment, chemical plant operations, and the ability to work collaboratively with other departments to achieve plant performance goals.

As a Maintenance Engineer, you create chemistry by...

• Optimizing maintenance work; assuring efficient and productive operation of plants, processes, and equipment; while protecting and prolonging the economic life of plant assets; all at the lowest sustainable cost.
• Developing equipment repair procedures and specifications necessary to improve plant and equipment reliability.
• Coordinating internal and 3rd party resources to scope and execute repairs, rebuilds, overhauls, and equipment upgrades.
• Participating in reliability related incident investigations; prioritizing action items and following up on their implementation.
• Providing technical expertise, support and training to the maintenance technicians in proper repairs, installation, alignment, lubrication and best practices.
• Supporting site programs for Asset Integrity, such as for Pressure Vessels, Tanks, Heat Exchangers, Piping Inspections, Relief Devices and Flame Arrestors.
• Supporting capital projects by supplying engineering expertise in the specification, design, and construction of capital projects in accordance with plant design requirements, as well as regulatory and BASF standards, utilizing your general understanding of industrial maintenance procedures, including work planning, preventive maintenance, and repair parts acquisition.
• Ensuring that all maintenance activities are compliant with the company Responsible Care Management System, Process Safety Management system, and all statutory regulations, and that relevant asset management systems, procedures, and standards are followed to always maintain compliance.

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Possess work experience in maintenance, reliability, or production engineer role in an industrial plant environment.
• Bring excellent hands-on troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Have understanding of maintenance and reliability work processes for pumps, agitators, piping systems, pressure vessels (including heat exchangers), storage tanks, and relief devices.
• Have the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Bring knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in industrial maintenance.
• Possess computer skills to include CMMS software (SAP preferred) and Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Are familiar with process control systems and automation.
• Have experience with formal reliability programs such as TPM, RCM, RCFA (preferred)
• Preferrably hold certifications related to maintenance or reliability engineering. 

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.