Chemical Process Engineer

In Heerenveen, we specialize in developing and producing water-based binders for the printing ink and coating industry. Most of our water-based polymer products are used in sustainable inks for food packaging. Additionally, we manufacture high-quality additives for the printing ink, coating, electronics, materials, and plastics industries, optimizing the color and gloss of paint.

Join our dynamic team of 230 dedicated professionals, collaborate with experts across various fields, and thrive in a vibrant, forward-thinking environment with ample opportunities for career growth and development.

For our location in Heerenveen we are looking for a Process Engineer!

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in optimizing our production plants by improving technical processes and workflows.

You will drive innovation across all sites, focusing on sustainable solutions such as new technologies, product development, process safety, and automation. You will:

• Manage small-scale projects or work packages with limited CAPEX/resources.
• Act as Project Operations Manager in larger initiatives, ensuring smooth implementation and handover of new processes.
• Create and maintain process documentation using your expertise in:
  • Site-relevant unit operations
  • Chemistry and technology of Additives or Resins processes
  • Process automation and safety
• Identify optimization opportunities in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Support manufacturing, site experts, and project teams with technical insights.

You will report to the Manager Process and Technology and contribute to safety studies and have tactical influence within projects.

YOUR PROFILE

• Degree in Chemical Engineering (Bachelor’s or Master’s) required
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the (chemical) industry
• Solid knowledge of project management
• Proficiency in English; Dutch is a plus
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on efficiency and quality
• Resilience in dynamic environments and a proactive problem-solver
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

WHAT WE OFFER

At BASF, you will receive an attractive benefits package:

• A competitive salary
• Enjoy the flexibility of remote work options
• 8.3% holiday allowance, a fixed year-end bonus equivalent to one month's salary
• 25 vacation days plus 6 additional days off
• Working hours 32–40 hours/week
• Opportunities for career advancement within an international organization
• An exciting opportunity at one of the world's leading employers in the chemical industry 

Application deadline: July 21, 2025. Apply now!

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Become a part of our winning formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces inclusion and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.

Ready to be part of our success story? Apply now!