Senior Principal Development Engineer, Air Products

Req No. 1300BR
Job Title SENIOR PRINC DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization Merchant Gases
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a SENIOR PRINCIPAL DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position will provide worldwide support to Merchant Gases applications. A primary focus of this position will be the design and fabrication of prototypes for new industrial gas related processes and equipment, primarily around cryogenics. The individual will work closely with a global team to develop and transfer these equipment technologies around the world.

The successful candidate will report to the R&D Applications Manager and will be accountable for activities around equipment design, fabrication, vendor interfacing, cost structure and required safety reviews for new offerings. In addition, this position will be involved with estimation of customer benefits and customer presentations, including attending conferences and preparing publications and patent applications.

Other areas of responsibility include:
- global technology transfer;
- supporting worldwide commercial teams through the implementation of improved equipment technology
- becoming the product owner for new application equipment, including tracking and management of actual costs, project schedule and project scope changes
- supporting the continuous improvement of existing mechanical equipment
- contributing to the ongoing innovation and improvements in particular commercial areas involved.
- documentation of customer feedback for the prototype.

The incumbent will also be responsible for managing projects and their documentation, coordinating appropriate reviews and communicating project status and performance.

Qualifications:
The incumbent should have a degree in Mechanical engineering with 5-10 years experience in project management, mechanical design, solid modeling of parts/assemblies and detailing of engineering drawings. An advanced degree is preferred, but not necessary. The individual should be knowledgeable in the area of heat transfer, use of design software (e.g. Solid Works), P&ID layout and industry standards related to equipment design (ANSI / ASME / CE etc.).

Industrial knowledge in the field of mechanical and/or cryogenic refrigeration would be desirable, particularly around freezing and chilling.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in technology, energy, healthcare and industrial markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of products, services and solutions, providing atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials and chemical intermediates. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment and is listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability and FTSE4Good Indices. The company has annual revenues of $9 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and more than 20,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #1300BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic


For more information on this position, please email Rabbi Torczyner at torczyner@gmail.com.