Location:
Vancouver WA (Admin) - ManagementSeattle WA - Retail shopThe Bulk Gas Systems Engineer is responsible for managing equipment and technologies for bulk industrial gas systems installed at customer locations (O2 N2 Ar CO2 N2O and Helium). Responsible for component specifications system design and installation practices as well as operating and maintenance procedures associated with each product line.
Provides engineering and technical support for bulk industrial gas project designs calculations equipment specifications electrical and layout drawings etc.
Ensures design and installation practices are in compliance with all applicable company federal state and local regulations.
Provides technical support to Airgas Field Service Personnel Airgas Bulk Gas Specialists and Account Managers external customers and other internal stakeholders as needed during planning installation and system start up.
Responsible for overall project ownership of all bulk gas installations within the region.
Act as liaison between Airgas and Vendors to maintain equipment specifications quality design changes and new applications.
Responsible for maintaining and updating installation standards and maintenance schedules for the bulk industrial gas equipment covered in the procedures manual.
Responsible for establishing documentation and standards including P&IDs layouts operating procedures and manuals.
Performs periodic audits of installations to ensure compliance with Airgas standards and continuous improvement.
Ability to read blueprints electrical schematics and process flow diagrams.
Performs SME review and approval for applicable management of change (MOC) requests as needed.
Participates in applicable working committees as needed.
Identifies and implements efficiencies to designs and operations.
Share knowledge and expertise with internal and external customers.
Must be able to proactively collaborate with multiple work groups within the Airgas organization.
Airgas associates are expected to act with care adapt to our environment and engage to trust and grow - core tenets within the Be Act Engage framework of employee performance.
All employees are expected to perform any reasonable work request that falls within the qualifications but not specifically described.
Required Education
Bachelors degree in an Engineering field required; Masters degree preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
Three to five years experience in cryogenic industrial or industrial gas applications or similar fields.
Required Length and Type of Experience
Working knowledge of bulk industrial gas systems.
Direct experience with bulk industrial installations or related processes is helpful.
Experience with industrial gas equipment (cryogenic vessels pumps vaporizers piping valves regulators etc.) preferred.
Experience with AutoCad LT for creating design P&IDs and layout drawings.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
Ability to sizing pipe and pressure relief devices required.
Working knowledge of applicable construction codes including: National Electrical Code NFPA International Fire Code Uniform Building Code OSHA Life Safety codes ASME standards and CGA standards.
Working knowledge of ISA symbology as required for P&IDs and electrical one line diagrams.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work and work with multiple contractors as needed..
Excellent oral and written communication skills including facilitation and presentation skills.
Ability to coach and develop others.
Excellent working knowledge of Google suite
Benefits
We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision plans short-term and long-term disability life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) pre-tax commuter transportation benefit parental leave vacation sick time floating holidays jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.
Additionally we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds tuition reimbursement discounted college tuition for eligible employees dependents and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.
Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.
Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE
At Airgas we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees our customers patients community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants regardless of their race gender sexual orientation religion disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
About Airgas
Airgas an Air Liquide company is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial medical and specialty gases as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18000 associates Airgas fosters a culture of safety customer success sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas take initiative and make decisions.
Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide a world leader in gases technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66500 employees Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.
Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team you play an important role in the success of your team making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and turn youll find a welcoming workplace where youre valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career whatever path you choose.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other protected characteristic.
Airgas an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact us by email at
Required Experience:
IC
Distributor of industrial, medical and specialty gases as well as a product line of safety products, welding equipment, specialty tools, and MRO products.