Company Description

About Syngenta

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest. Syngenta has been ranked as a-top employer-by Science Magazine and it has been awarded with the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites.

At Syngenta Safety comes first. We attach high importance to HSE.

Job Description

Role Purpose

We are currently seeking an EMSR Engineer (m/w/d) for our multipurpose production site in Muttenz, who is responsible for planning and executing investment projects in the field of Electrical and Instrumentation installations (cost, schedule, quality, functionality).

This includes:

• EMSRT Engineer for the local Engineering.
• Setting EMSRT Standards for Capital Projects and local engineering Projects.
• Providing technical leadership for EMSRT in all aspects of CHMZ.

Accountability:

• Setting standards for electrical and pneumatic instrumentation and sensors.

• Installation and Design guidance for local Engineering and Capex Projects.

• Identifying, specifying and monitoring the implementation of appropriate engineering standards for designing, procuring and constructing to ensure compliance with company policy, local regulations and creating assets that are fit for purpose.

• Conduct smaller Capex and Opex projects on site.

• Be the technical know-how owner of EMSRT installation.

• Other technical accountabilities such as:

  • Evaluating existing equipment and infrastructure conditions
  • Developing scope- cost-requirements for electrical installations in CAPEX projects
  • Controlling and releasing installation
  • Diagnosing and resolving software and hardware malfunctions and system errors
  • Knowledge of SIS Hardware
  • Knowledge of fieldbus systems and industrial networks (Profibus, HART, Foundation Fieldbus)
  • COMOS Knowledge is an advantage

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a similar discipline
• Expertise with DeltaV and Siemens control systems
• Experience in conducting small projects
• Several years of professional experience in an industrial environment
• Project Management experience in the Agrochemical, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, or Process industry preferred
• Experience in leading external resources is an advantage
• Solid understanding of maintenance principles and change management
• Knowledge of operational HSE and compliance requirements for CAPEX investments
• Precise working methods combined with entrepreneurial thinking and action
• Strong ability to handle stressful situations
• Adaptability to new situations and flexibility
• High level of German and minimum conversational level of English
• Willingness to work in a chemical production environment

Additional Information

What we offer:

• We provide access to state-of-the-art research facilities and technologies, enabling you to apply and expand your expertise in computational design and active ingredient optimization.
• We cultivate a dynamic and intellectually stimulating working environment, with an open culture and diverse workforce, where new ideas are always welcome. We embrace flexible work arrangements and foster work-life balance.
• We invest in your professional growth and development through a multidisciplinary training program tailored to foster a rewarding career in crop protection. Specifically, we offer comprehensive training and development opportunities to expand your expertise in AI/ML applications for computational chemistry, statistics, programming and software development.
• We are part of a strong regional Science hub, offering you the opportunity to interact with a rich community of scientists in life sciences, further enhancing your professional network and knowledge exchange.
• You will profit from a competitive pension fund plan, attractive bonus system, onsite doctor, fitness room, canteen, and other benefits (Family friendly initiatives, Child and Family allowance-)

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.