Now hiring! Engineering Manager

Cornwall, ON

We are looking for an Engineering Manager to join our Petrochemicals team in Cornwall, ON.

Where the chemistry happens…

BASF’s Petrochemical division is the starting point of BASF's petrochemical value creation worldwide, also known as “the heart of the Verbund,” representing the world's largest chemical markets. Together, let us keep the heart beating one creative solution at a time!

In this role, you will oversee the engineering and maintenance departments, inclusive of all capital spend for the site. You will be responsible for change management, contractor safety, process safety, automation security and capital expenditure for the site.

Come create chemistry with us!

As a Engineering Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Managing the annual maintenance budget of up to $3M.
• Creating and implementing site’s long-term capital plan, with an annual spend up to $5M.
• Maintaining compliance with all environmental, safety, and health requirements.
• Directly supervising a maintenance supervisor and two engineers.
• Overseeing third-party engineering and maintenance contractors.
• Ensuring compliance with all BASF standards, regulations and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Acting as Deputy Site Manager in the absence of the Site Manager.

If you...

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering discipline. An advanced degree is encouraged (MSc, MBA, etc).
• Have a strong understanding of capital planning, maintenance management and project management. A relevant certification (PMP, MMP, CMRP, etc) is encouraged.
• Have a professional engineer’s license.
• Have five or more years of leadership experience in a chemical manufacturing facility

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

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.

About us

As the world’s leading chemical company, we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

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 2025 as one of Canada's Top Employers for eleventh consecutive year, one of the Greater Toronto Area's Top Employers for the twelfth year in a row, and twice being named one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People and Best Diversity Employers.

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.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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