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Test Facility Engineer (1900287) – Wixom, MI
Where the Chemistry Happens
At ProCat, a wholly owned subsidiary of BASF, we age and test catalytic converters using various engine and vehicle procedures. Employees set up engines, dynamometers, and other equipment for engine-based catalyst aging and vehicle emission measuring equipment for EPA related chassis roll testing. Designing and validating new equipment and new tests occurs daily at ProCat to keep our company on the forefront of testing viability and responsiveness. As the Principal Test and Facility Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of all test planning, execution and validation activities. In addition, you will have project planning and management responsibilities resulting from to new capability and capacity investments.
This is an excellent opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge of fuels, lubricants and heat transfer fluids used in engine testing and familiarity with welding, joining, and machine shop operations. Additionally, you will call upon your background in IC engine dynamometer testing and related test measurement systems. Qualifications - BASF recognizes institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent Formula for Success · Leveraging your education in Mechanical Engineering (P.E. license is desirable) and your experience with mechanical power transmission, drive line components, couplings, machinery installation and rotating equipment alignment, you will provide technical oversight to the daily test operations team conducting full vehicle emission testing as well as catalyst aging testing. · Utilizing your experience with Emission testing and facilities, including working knowledge of heat transfer, fluids, mechanical systems modeling, industrial HVAC, refrigeration chillers, evaporative cooling tower systems, and their related controls, you will design, modify and adapt test cell systems to meet changing customer and product needs. · Successfully engaging inside and outside the organization, you will work in collaboration with customers, test engineers, and support staff to interpret and translate testing needs into accurate test system and component designs. · Your strong technical knowledge will serve you well as you specify, develop and design the facility utility interfaces for test cell mechanical equipment used to support ProCat testing. · Optimizing the design/implementation of new test systems, you will work to maximize test efficiency and minimize energy consumption. · Serving as a technical resource, you will contribute to the design, estimating, and scheduling of equipment installation projects. Additionally, you will interact with engineering and construction firms, and equipment suppliers in the design and implementation of new equipment installation projects. · Using your working knowledge of industrial process piping systems, materials compatibility and fittings, you will work with contractors and team members during the installation, modification and commissioning of new mechanical equipment. · Your keen attention to detail and experience using AUTOCAD to prepare mechanical system PID's and layouts will be essential as you assure the accurate completion of new or modified systems documentation and drawings. · Your strong leadership and teamwork mindset will be a valued asset as you conduct training and safety reviews. 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.
BASF provides interesting and challenging learning and development opportunities to help you make the most of your talents and your job. Primary Location: US-MI-Wixom Function: ENGI - Engineering & Technical Service Job Type: Standard Shift: Day Job Organization: G-CCE/NA-Procat-63022814 | 
