Automation/Digitalization Engineer

BASF SE•Savannah, GA

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Automation/Digitalization 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.As a Automation/Digitalization Engineer, you create chemistry by... Acting as the local contact for automation and digitization (A&D), overseeing the control, execution, and coordination of area-specific projects in collaboration with the EVR digitization team. Serving as the interface to specialist departments, initiating and shaping new automation and digitization projects and initiatives. Collaborating with application developers to integrate database solutions into software applications such as MES, ensuring seamless data flow and access. Monitoring and optimizing database performance, troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues, and conducting regular health checks and performance tuning. 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 digital application use cases, including creating customized dashboards and reports. Coordinating external service providers and supporting the digital roadmap and implementation of projects.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Automation Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Have experience as an Automation Engineer, Database Developer, Database Architect, or similar role.
Understand database security, backup, and recovery strategies.
Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Possess strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Have a basic understanding of digitization and a strong affinity for OT/IT, along with experience in low-code programming.
Demonstrate strong analytical thinking and a goal- and results-oriented work style, with experience in database systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and SQL/data modeling preferred.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with programming languages such as Python or C# (preferred).
Experience in low-code programming.

Responsibilities

Acting as the local contact for automation and digitization (A&D), overseeing the control, execution, and coordination of area-specific projects in collaboration with the EVR digitization team.
Serving as the interface to specialist departments, initiating and shaping new automation and digitization projects and initiatives.
Collaborating with application developers to integrate database solutions into software applications such as MES, ensuring seamless data flow and access.
Monitoring and optimizing database performance, troubleshooting and resolving database-related issues, and conducting regular health checks and performance tuning.
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 digital application use cases, including creating customized dashboards and reports.
Coordinating external service providers and supporting the digital roadmap and implementation of projects.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance
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!