Automation/Digitization Engineer

Relocation assistance provided.

We are looking for an Automation/Digitization Engineer to join our Catalysts team in Attapulgus, GA.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Catalysts division is the global market leader in catalyst technologies. The division develops and produces mobile emissions catalysts as well as process catalysts and offers precious metals trading, recycling and related products and services.

Are you passionate about automation and digitization? We are seeking an experienced Automation/Digitization 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.

This role is based in North America (Georgia) and offers the opportunity to work closely with our production facilities on-site.

As a Automation/Digitization Engineer, you create chemistry by...

• Acting as the local contact person for automation and digitization (A&D), overseeing the controlling, executing, and coordinating of area-specific projects in collaborating with the EVR digitization team.
• Serving as the local interfacing to specialist departments in automation and digitization, initiating and shaping new projects and initiatives.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining robust database architectures that are supporting the organization’s applications and business processes.
• Developing and optimizing database queries, storing procedures, and functioning to ensure efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
• Collaborating with application developers for integrating database solutions into software applications such as MES, ensuring seamless data flow and accessing.
• Monitoring/optimizing database performance, and troubleshooting/resolving database-related issues, conducting regular health checks and performance tuning as necessary.
• 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 individual digital application cases, such as creating customized dashboards and reporting.
• Coordinating external service providers in project implementation and tasks.
• Supporting the digital roadmap and implementing individual projects.

If you...

• Have a bachelor’s degree in Automation Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Possess proven experience as an Automation Engineer, Database Developer, Database Architect, or in a similar role.
• Demonstrate strong expertise in database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server).
• Have proficiency in SQL and experience with data modelling.
• Are familiar with programming languages such as Python or C# (a plus).
• Hold a solid understanding of database security, backup, and recovery strategies.
• Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Possess strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of digitization possibilities and a strong affinity for OT/IT.
• Have experience in low-code programming.
• Have a strong analytical thinking ability and a goal- and results-oriented work style.

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.