Chemical Process Engineer

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Reimagine Whats Possible

The Chemical Process Engineer is a floor-focused role responsible for the production process of a manufacturing product family. This position requires a hands-on approach to process sustainability continuous improvement and waste reduction. The successful candidate will spend significant time on the production floor engaging directly with equipment and operations teams to accelerate the deployment of new technology and provide real-time recommendations for safety quality and capacity improvements.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Direct Process Sustainment: Take ownership of product/process sustainment by working side-by-side with Operations and Quality teams. This includes being physically present for equipment installation operational qualification and the manual optimization of recipes for critical processes.

• On-the-Floor Operational Excellence: Act as a principal leader in process sustainability by targeting inefficiencies through direct observation. Work daily with support teams to reduce scrap identify bottlenecks and implement process upgrades.

• Technical Troubleshooting & Support: Provide immediate technical knowledge for equipment stops/starts and root cause analysis of customer complaints. Regularly interface with production to provide real-time supply issue resolution and equipment monitoring.

• Technical Documentation Ownership: You will be responsible for reading creating and maintaining accurate P&IDs to ensure they reflect real-world field changes and support safe efficient troubleshooting.

• Data & Process Validation: Understand and apply Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) to open-ended problems found on the line. Implement and document results of test plans directly in the process to ensure all specifications are met.

• Project & Development Support: Assist with the design budget and installation of new gas and chemical systems. While this role supports project management the focus remains on the successful mechanical and electrical integration and commissioning of equipment into the plant environment.

Minimum Hiring Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

• Experience: At least 7 years of experience in customized chemical facilities with a proven track record of supporting manufacturing facilities on a daily hands-on basis.

• Technical Drive: A healthy appetite for being in the thick of it on the production floor. Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and a logical systematic approach to real-time problem-solving are essential.

• System Documentation: Strong proficiency in P&IDs is essential. You must be able to translate complex physical systems into clear diagrams and use existing drawings to diagnose process issues quickly.

• Project Management: Basic experience or interest in project management (timelines contractor interaction and equipment implementation) is a plus. We are committed to training and developing these skills for the right candidate.

• Soft Skills: Superb communication and interpersonal skills. Must show initiative and thrive in a fast-paced collaborative team environment where responsibilities are shared and results are communicated clearly to leadership.

Whats In It for You:

At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)

• 401k with 100% vested company core and match

• Paid Vacation holidays sick time

• Paid Parental leaveBackup Child and Adult Care benefit

• Adoptionassistance

• Flexible spending accounts (medical dependent daycare)

• Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products) Supplemental AD&D

• Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

• Many more supplemental benefits available

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We are the worlds largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe end-to-end solutions investing in real clean energy projects at scale and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

At Air Products we work in an environment where we put safety first diversity is essential inclusion is our culture and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more visitAbout Air Products.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation affordable medical dental life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin age citizenship gender marital status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity and expression disability or veteran status.

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