Facilities Engineer - Union, NJ

Facilities Engineer - Union, NJUnion, NJ, US, 07083Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves customers in many industries including automotive, aerospace, indoor air quality, semiconductors and hydrogen economy, and provides full loop services with its precious metals trading and recycling offering. With a focus on circular solutions and sustainability, ECMS is committed to helping our customers create a cleaner, more sustainable world. Protecting our elements of life is our purpose and this inspires us to ever-new solutions.ECMS operates globally in 15 countries with approximately 20 production sites and over 4,000 employees.As the Facilities Engineer, you will LEAD by……….We are seeking a reliable, talented, and detail-oriented individual who can provide maintenance and engineering services in a fast-paced R&D environment; areas of support will include office space, warehouse, laboratory and facilities spaces. This position is responsible for the safe and cost-effective execution of maintenance and project work on a day-to-day basis. It will oversee the activities of our on-site nested contractors and external contractors as needed. In addition, this position will ensure compliance with all environmental, health and safety regulations as it relates to site infrastructure work.In this role you will

Coordinate repairs and oversee outside contractors regarding infrastructure equipment needs, including, but not limited to: HVAC, fire suppression, security systems, cooling towers, boilers, air compressors, vacuum pumps, hot water heaters, refrigeration equipment, electrical distribution and bonding/grounding equipment, tanks and vessels, pressure relief valves

Open and close daily safe work permits as they relate to outside contractor work, including, but not limited to: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Line Breaking, Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, Excavation, Elevated Work, Electrical Work, Hoists and Cranes

Perform Contractor Safety Observations on an as-needed basis

Maintain proposals, quotes, invoices, files, and other paperwork for all the various contractors and vendors used by the site maintenance contractors

Review daily rounds reports and follow up on any corrective actions

Manage work order databases in the CMMS (SAP S/4 Hana)

Daily oversight of in-house nested contractors

Maintain up-to-date AutoCAD drawings of site plans, facility P&IDs, floor plans, etc.

Travel to other sites to work with Site Engineering Services for training on systems and practices to deploy at home site

Your elements for success……

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or similar related degree required.

A minimum of 3 years of experience at an industrial site/environment required.

HVAC knowledge required

Previous facility maintenance experience in an R&D environment is preferred

Previous supervisory experience is preferred

Capital project management ( $100k USD) experience

Working knowledge of Responsible Care (RC/RCMS) process

Arc Flash & electrical distribution system knowledge

Managing mechanical integrity program experience

Broad-based, hands-on knowledge and experience with various building mechanical systems

Possess a good working knowledge of all mechanical crafts and a solid understanding of maintenance work processes

Ability to communicate effectively with strong interpersonal skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and SAP is desired

You @ BASF ECMSAt BASF ECMS you get more than just compensation, Medical & Dental. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life.

Flexible Work Arrangements whenever possible

Retirement Benefits with company contributions

Competitive Medical and Dental Plan Options

Disability and Life Insurance Programs

Wellness Programs

Maternity/Paternity Leave, Infertility & Adoption reimbursement

Mentoring & Development Programs

Employee Discounts

Pet insurance

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