Junior E&I and Automation Engineer
The BASF Ireland site, based in Cork, manufactures specialty chemicals used in the mining industry for the solvent extraction of minerals from their ore bodies. This innovative work is driven by our commitment to sustainable actions and connected thinking.
As part of our global team that values diversity and equal opportunities, you will have the opportunity to develop the future with us.
Key Responsibilities:
* Troubleshoot site automation (DCS) DeltaV and other control systems as well as E&I issues.
* Collaborate with external engineering companies, site production, engineering personnel, and departmental technology units under the guidance of the site E&I and Automation Engineer.
* Liaise with technical experts from other BASF sites, especially our headquarters in Ludwigshafen (Germany), to fulfill and share the technical standards and safety requirements.
* Commit to the transfer of knowledge and sharing of best practices and policies with the other site team members as deemed appropriate.
Requirements:
* A Trade qualification in E&I or Electrical is beneficial and/or 3rd level qualification in electrical/instrumentation/automation.
* Knowledge of programmable logic controllers (PLCs), distributed control systems (DCS) DeltaV.
* Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical systems, reviewing and/or compiling electrical CAD drawings, developing scopes, I/O lists, PIDs, etc.
* Prefer experience in a manufacturing background.
* ATEX experience advantageous.
* Be an effective communicator, who can work independently or as part of a team to ensure that goals and targets are achieved.