{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f93c4ffede77d47c55c88f7b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f93c4ffede77d47c55c88f7b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f93c4ffede77d47c55c88f7b","title":"Technical Project Engineer","description":"LOCATION\n\nSouthfield, MI, USA, 48033-2442\n\nCOMPANY\n\nBASF Coatings LLC\n\nJOB FIELD\n\nEngineering\n\nJOB TYPE\n\nPermanent\n\nJOB ID\n\n143410\n\nFLEXIBLE WORK OPTIONS\n\nOn-site\nNow hiring! Technical Project Engineer\n\nSouthfield, MI\n\nWe are looking for a Technical Project Engineer to join our team in Southfield, MI.\n\nNew finish, Proven expertise. Bolder ambition.\n\nIf you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact, and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in.\n\nUntil July 1, our business was part of BASF. As part of the current transition, all job listings and the application process are still hosted on the BASF platform and therefore fully presented in BASF branding. Please do not be confused by this: All roles are positions at Surventis, and your application will be submitted to us.\n\nAt Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships. We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible. If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.\n\nReporting to the North America (NA) Global Technical Project Manager for Key Accounts, this regional supporting role provides an opportunity to make a significant difference to the success of an organization. In this role, you will be responsible to support Account Management in the management of the organization and Surventis OEM customers throughout North America. You will be required to support the management of the day-to-day sales management with emphasis on technical projects to deliver and maintain profitable organic growth for Surventis in North America. The role requires a moderate to advanced degree of technical, commercial, and business acumen necessitating working across multiple hierarchies both inside Surventis and with our OEM customers. We look for you to be a self-starter with strong organizational and analytical skills with moderate long-term strategic thinking.\n\nAs a Technical Project Engineer, you will...\n\nBe the Key Contact for Customer Material Engineering, Color & Design and Product Development teams in North America\nLead color development activities from design phase through implementation both internally and externally.\nLead technology approvals with customer to ensure cost targets and timelines are met.\nBe accountable to identify key business risks, propose mitigation measures and opportunities to manage Surventis risk related to current and future opportunities.\nManage and prioritize lab projects (R&D and customization) with technical organization.\nWork closely with operations to prioritize and execute efficiency projects.\nDirect internal teams to meet customer deadlines / inform the global organization of customer requirement/strategy and align support for projects.\nSupport paint shop launches and troubleshooting projects internally and externally.\nSupport regional and global Key Account Management teams.\nYour ability to travel about 20% in this role with some global travel.\nThis role will support customers across NA with some global engagements.\n\nIf you...\n\nHave a Bachelor’s degree or higher, preferably in a technical field\nDevelop and maintain positive customer relationships\nCommunicate effectively across all internal functions\nHave experience managing projects and meeting timelines\nRecognize opportunities for efficiency improvement and drive actions to completion\n\nJob details\n\nOrganization: MOB\n\nNumber of Openings: 1\n\nLocations: Southfield, MI\n\nJob Grade: OB4\n\nIncentive Plan: PIC\n\nDomestic Relocation Eligible: [[Yes or No]]\n\nCompany Vehicle: [[Yes or No]]\n\nHiring Manager: Daren Wamsley\n\nRecruiter: Gregory Parks\n\nPosting End Date:\n\nPrivacy statement\n\nSurventis takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process.\n\nEqual employment opportunities\n\nWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\n\nApplicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.","company":"Basfdf1bf734","rawCompany":"basfdf1bf734","city":"Southfield","state":"MI","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T11:53:55.147Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"325510","title":"Paint and Coating Manufacturing","slug":"paint-and-coating-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"325130","title":"Synthetic Dye and Pigment Manufacturing","slug":"synthetic-dye-and-pigment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Technical Project Engineer","description":"LOCATION\n\nSouthfield, MI, USA, 48033-2442\n\nCOMPANY\n\nBASF Coatings LLC\n\nJOB FIELD\n\nEngineering\n\nJOB TYPE\n\nPermanent\n\nJOB ID\n\n143410\n\nFLEXIBLE WORK OPTIONS\n\nOn-site\nNow hiring! 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If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.\n\nReporting to the North America (NA) Global Technical Project Manager for Key Accounts, this regional supporting role provides an opportunity to make a significant difference to the success of an organization. In this role, you will be responsible to support Account Management in the management of the organization and Surventis OEM customers throughout North America. You will be required to support the management of the day-to-day sales management with emphasis on technical projects to deliver and maintain profitable organic growth for Surventis in North America. The role requires a moderate to advanced degree of technical, commercial, and business acumen necessitating working across multiple hierarchies both inside Surventis and with our OEM customers. 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We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. 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