Digitalization Automation Engineer

BASF SE; Bainbridge (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

BASF SE is seeking a Digitalization Automation Engineer to manage automation projects and maintain database architectures. The role involves collaborating with various teams to optimize data flow and ensure database performance. Ideal candidates should have a strong educational background, proven experience in related roles, and excellent problem-solving skills. Flexible work arrangements and competitive compensation are offered as part of the employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive retirement savings plan

Comprehensive mental health support

Family forming benefits

Child and elder care discount programs

Mentoring and career development

Matching gifts program

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Proven experience as Automation Engineer or similar role.
• Familiarity with programming languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee automation and digitization projects.
• Design and implement database architectures.
• Collaborate with developers for data integration.

Skills

SQL

Data Modeling

Problem-Solving

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Automation Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Python

C#

Job description

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As a Digitalization Automation Engineer, you create chemistry by...

• Act as the local contact person for automation and digitization (A&D), overseeing the control, execution, and coordination of area-specific projects in collaboration with the EVC digitization team.
• Serve as the local interface to specialist departments in automation and digitization, initiating and shaping new projects and initiatives.
• Design, implement, and maintain robust database architectures that support the organization’s applications and business processes.
• Develop and optimize database queries, stored procedures, and functions to ensure efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
• Collaborate with application developers to integrate database solutions into software applications, ensuring seamless data flow and access.
• Monitor/optimize database performance, and troubleshoot/resolve database-related issues conducting regular health checks and performance tuning as necessary.
• Ensure data security and integrity by implementing and maintaining appropriate access controls and backup strategies.
• Analyze and model data requirements, translating business needs into technical specifications and database structures.
• Manage and configure individual digital application cases, such as creating customized dashboards and reports.
• Coordinate external service providers in project implementation and tasks.
• Support the digital roadmap and implementation of individual projects.

If you...

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation Technology, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Automation Engineer, Database Developer, Database Architect, or similar role.
• Proficient in SQL and experience with data modelling
• Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, or C# is a plus.
• Understanding of database security, backup, and recovery strategies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Basic understanding of digitization possibilities and a strong affinity for IT.
• Experience in low-code programming.
• 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.

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes awide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life. That’s what we call you@BASF. Clickhere to learn more.