What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROCESS OPTIMIZATION ENGINEER - PORT ARTHUR, TX position at BASF?
We are looking for aProcess Optimization Engineerto join our CP team in Port Arthur, TX
- Come create chemistry with us!
- As a Process Optimization Engineer - Port Arthur, TX, you create chemistry by...
- Leading development and distribution of the monthly production forecast.
- Providing modeling assistance for the development of annual financial budgets.
- Performing model validations to improve accuracy by analyzing actual plant performance versus forecast.
- Identify opportunities and support efforts to improve the site optimization models.
- Collaborating with the Commercial Optimization team to develop weekly run plan for the BTP site.
- Maintaining and handling a high degree of confidential information according to contractual obligations.
- Continuously monitor and improve the overall experience of customers by providing timely communication and resolution to customer requests.
- Provide mentorship and training to onboard new commercial and site team members.
- If you...
- Hold a Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering
- Possess a minimum of 3 years of process engineering experience at a petrochemical plant (preferably a Steam Cracker)
- Have at least 3 years of experience with various Optimization tools (Preferably ROMeo, or equivalent experience with other optimization tools such as PRO II, ChemCAD or ProMax)
- Are proficient in computer applications (Excel, database, spreadsheets, Aspen Explorer, VBA)
- Count with strong human relations skills and exceptional customer focus
- Create your own chemistry with you@BASF
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- 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.
- 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!
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BASFs 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!
As a Process Optimization Specialist, you will perform short term optimization of the Port Arthur Site (Cracker and C4 plants) based on available feedstocks and plant constraints. In this role, you will run optimization models to provide guidance on best plant operating condition to maximize profit margins for BTP (BASF Total Petrochemicals).
Additionally, you will collaborate with different stakeholders (Commercial and Site Operations) to ensure adequate representation of business and plant constraints in the modeling efforts.
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. Its what we call
Just some of the many benefits we offer include :
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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