Programming and Automation Control Specialist

4 weeks ago

Regina, Canada BASF Canada Inc. Full time

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

At BASF , we create chemistry through the power of connected minds. By balancing economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility, we are building a more sustainable future through chemistry. As the world’s leading chemical company, we help our customers in nearly every industry meet the current and future needs of society through science and innovation. 

We provide a fulfilling work environment with a strong emphasis on the physical and psychological safety of our employees and the communities we operate in. We are always working to form the best team with an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion and through lifelong learning and development.

At BASF, we constantly strive to become an even better workplace. As a result of our commitment to our employees, BASF has earned various awards, including being recognized by Mediacorp in 2024 as one of Canada's Top Employers for tenth consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the eleventh year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

We invite you to join our best team on our journey to create solutions for a sustainable future 

Programming and Automation Control Specialist (101116)

Working Model: Onsite

Location: Regina, SK

Where the Chemistry Happens…

We are looking for a Programming and Automation Control Specialist like you to join our team You will support the automation, robotic, and control system programming at our Regina, SK Canada facility. Your main responsibility will be to deliver and maintain Control Systems that meet production’s requirements and perform as necessary to achieve functionality/safety obligations as well as maximize system capability. This includes assistance with the system migration and lifecycle process, maintenance recommendation and oversight of installed base equipment, and development/troubleshooting of control logic.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to demonstrate your experience in operations, troubleshooting and maintenance of the following: field instrumentation, process analyzers, process control systems and/or electrical power distribution equipment. You will also share your working knowledge of chemical plant equipment and technologies, your ability to read and update electrical and instrument documents such as schematics, specifications, P&IDs and one-line diagrams, and extensive computer skills.

Formula for Success: You Will…

Configure, conduct preventative maintenance, hardware/software support, and administration for DCS (Distributed Control System) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) based control systems. Monitor failures, assist in initial hardware installations, maintain contract tracking and communication, optimize software version upgrades and address vendor liaison issues such as quick fixes for system problems. Support the ongoing development and implementation of the digitalization and automation roadmap for the Regina site. Drive implementation of automation initiatives that align with the strategy. This will involve leading others as well as personally completing deliverables.  Support all capital projects on site to ensure adequate scoping, planning and implementation of control systems in alignment with the Digitalization and Automation Strategy. Act as the site Officer of Automation Security (OAS), for production automation systems (OT), as well as Lab, Logistics, and Building (LLB) automation systems. Act as site subject matter expert and main point of contact for all things pertaining to automation and automation security. Conduct training and ensuring compliance of both internal BASF employees as well as contractors with exposure to automation systems.  Maintain a register of all automation devices, conduct recurring automation security risk assessments, maintain site automation security procedures. and maintain a register of software license, and their active user accounts pertaining to OT systems.

Ingredients for Success: What We Look for in You…

Education in Computer/Instrument Engineering, or technologist diploma, electronics and extensive experience in plant automation and control system support. Undergraduate degree in Computer/Instrument Engineering is considered an asset. Minimum 3-5 years of experience working directly in controls and automation, spanning various types of control systems. Demonstrated experience in plant automation and control system support including troubleshooting issues in real-time. Chemical or similar industry experience with emphasis on field instrumentation, control elements, VFDs, and process control systems (PLC, DCS, SPLC). Ability to personally configure, troubleshoot, conduct preventative maintenance towards hardware/software in DCS and PLC based control systems. Strong technical knowledge in process controls, field instrumentation, control valves, drives, networking, and control systems. Ability to personally perform advanced control and graphic configuration on control systems. Strong aptitude and desire for safety and reliability to identify and participate in alarm management efforts, graphical design enhancements, and improving automation security. Strong aptitude and sensitivity towards IT and OT interfaces and their applicable automation security and compliance requirements.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. you@BASF is the suite of benefits, perks, programs and unique opportunities we offer to support you – the whole you – in all stages of your life and career. With you@BASF, you create your own chemistry. 

The total rewards that you receive as a BASF employee go way beyond a paycheck. From competitive health and insurance plans to robust retirement benefits that include company-matching contributions, to making sure you never stop learning, we believe investing in you is investing in our success. Working for a large, global organization, you’ll have a chance to grow professionally and personally, expand your network and build a rewarding and dynamic career. We also provide engaging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your role. 

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