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Air Products - Efficiency Engineer, Accountants, Controller, IT, Auditor, Process Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Project Engineer

Req No. 2030BR
Job Title PLANT PROCESS EFFICIENCY ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an experienced Plant Process Efficiency Engineer in Allentown, PA.

The incumbent will be part of a Plant Process Efficiency Engineering Team in the Global Operations Asset Management Engineering - Electronics Materials Organization providing operations process and productivity support for the Hometown, Pennsylvania Electronics Materials assets.

The responsibilities of this position include:
- Provide support for developing and driving productivity improvement projects.
- Identify, develop and design improved operating and control strategies to achieve productivity targets.
- Provide process-related support for plant operations, process safety, troubleshooting, efficiency, reliability and product supply.
- Provide plant support for OPHR and eMOC activities.
- Develop and maintain productive working relationships with all key Operations personnel (production engineers, supervisors, plant engineering, technical and maintenance, superintendents) and support/facilitate implementation of asset management projects within those areas.
- Provide process-engineering consultation to the site’s Production organization, to help resolve process bottlenecks and resolve long-standing problems.
- Network with resources within and outside of ESM to enlist best practice solutions, best fit technology or explore/evaluate alternative methods to improve productivity.

Qualifications and Experience:
- B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering
- Three (3) or more years experience in either Operations or Engineering in a technical support or design role.

Beneficial Experience/Skills:
- Process Engineering skills with a background and job experience in unit operations involving reaction, distillation, adsorption, absorption, process control and automation.
- Operations/Manufacturing experience or having provided support of plant optimization and productivity programs.
- Able to work effectively in a plant operations environment, interacting with operators and site personnel, plant engineers, supervisors and managers.
- Motivated, results-oriented individual to drive improvements.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

Air Products offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays/vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, pension and 401K plans.

To apply, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers, click on North America, select Career Center, and apply specifically to Req #2030BR.

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



Req No. 2418BR
Job Title ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN - ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Non-Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Accounting Technician at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position is also responsible for invoice payment processing for Disbursement related SAP vendor accounts that provide goods and services received by Air Products. These accounts contain thousands of transactions amounting to millions of dollars.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promptly and accurately process invoices according to terms and conditions.
• Interface with the members of the Accounts Payable team
• Potential to interface with Air Products End Users via telephone, e-mail & correspondence as well as face-to-face
• Identify process improvement opportunities and make suggestions towards resolution
• Assist and back-up other areas within Accounts Payable as necessary.

Attributes and Skills:

• Ability to work under pressure and achieve processing goals while maintaining quality
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• SAP experience or ERP system knowledge is desired
• Knowledge of Windows programs is required
• An Associate degree or a minimum of two years of previous Accounts Payable or data processing experience is preferred.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2418BR. 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 None



Req No. 885BR
Job Title ENERGY INDUSTRIES FINANCIAL MANAGER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a ENERGY INDUSTRIES FINANCIAL MANAGER at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position provides comprehensive financial analysis to the Energy business within TGEE. This entails a high level of project analysis skills and modeling, as well as ability to understand Tax and Treasury issues and interface directly with those functions to develop the "as financed" cases as well as the traditional project view. The position also will lead the Operational Analysis of the current Energy portfolio, including monthly results, budgets, and forecasts. The position requires good communication skills as the incumbent is expected to meet with potential partners, customers and lenders. 5 years of business decision support experience is required. The position functionally reports to the Vice President and Controller TGEE and directly supports the VP Energy within TGEE.

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 #27049. 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



Req No. 2336BR
Job Title CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - IT SPECIALIST
Employment Status CDP
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global IT
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (CDP)

Overview:

The Career Development Program (CDP) is designed for entry-level IT specialists (0-2 years of experience) joining Air Products. The purpose of the program is to allow entry-level IT specialists to gain experience in various areas of the company. While on the program, participants are able to develop their technical and professional skills as well as get a better understanding of their areas of interest and strengths.

The program consists of three rotations that include different assignments with durations of approximately 12 months. Typical assignments for IT specialists on the program may include business process, application solutions, infrastructure, data, and regional execution services.

Our Global Information Technology group is dedicated to serving our worldwide businesses and processes, and plays a key role in achieving strategic objectives. Air Products is the world's only combined gases and chemicals company, with annual revenues of $10 billion and operations in more than 40 countries.

Appropriate Degree Programs (Bachelor or Advanced): Individuals with degrees in any of the following areas will be considered: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, and Information Technology.

Air Products looks for candidates with strong academic performance. Other important factors include relevant work experience (co-ops or internships) and involvement in campus activities.

Candidates for this position must be authorized to work indefinitely in the United States.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for interviews will be contacted.

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



Req No. 2402BR
Job Title CONSOLIDATION ACCOUNTANT
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Non-Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for a Consolidation Accountant at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

As part of the Global Consolidations Team, this position is responsible for certain international equity affiliate accounting, off-system entity data uploads and controls, payroll and fringe benefits accounting and analysis, consolidated fixed asset and depreciation rollforward and analysis, compiling data for use by Corporate Tax, quarterly liabilities reporting, routine account analysis, various census reporting and annual financial statement footnote support.

This position interfaces with Corporate Decision Support, Technical Accounting, Corporate Tax, and our external auditor.

Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
* Five (5) years minimum experience.
* CPA desired but not required.
* Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
* Emphasis on process and customer focus.
* Strong Excel skills.
* SAP/Hyperion experience a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2402BR. 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.



Req No. 2408BR
Job Title AUDIT ANALYST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemical's, has an opening for an Audit Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This audit position will be responsible for planning and conducting operational audits to assess the risks and controls within our various business organizations and our core and enabling processes. The individual will also lead or participate in acquisition due diligence reviews, special investigations, Sarbanes-Oxley testing and financial audits. Some of the audits will be in response to specific consulting requests from management. Some audits will also require data analysis and interface with our ERP SAP environment. Depending on the individual's audit experience level and Air Products exposure, the successful candidate will work independently or as part of an audit team.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, business or finance and strong leadership, interpersonal, communication and time management skills. Previous internal audit or public accounting experience is preferred. CIA or CPA certifications are also preferred, or the candidate should be willing to obtain an audit certification while in this audit position. Experience with SAP is desirable. The position may require 25% domestic and international travel. Portuguese or Spanish language skills a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2408BR. 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 None



Req No. 2121BR
Job Title GO Tech Support Specialist-Trailer Rehab.
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Operations
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a GO Tech Support Specialist-Trailer Rehab(North America) to be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position involves working closely with our outside trailer rehabilitation vendors and maintenance shops to improve the overall condition of our liquid trailer fleet. This includes monitoring of the vendors for quality assurance, cost containment and adherence to Air Products requirements. In addition, develop a cost study on life cycle of unit and determine a replacement strategy program. Work with the Fleet Engineer on new trailer design to determine the best path forward for new equipment into the fleet; this includes inspection during the manufacturing of new trailers.

This position reports to the Fleet Maintenance Manager and works directly with the Fleet Support Trailer Coordinator, Fleet Maintenance Specialist (Power), Fleet Engineer, Warranty Coordinator and Fleet Maintenance Support Specialists.

The GO Fleet Management Group is responsible for planning, organizing, training, and controlling the selection, purchase, administration, and maintenance of vehicles and shop equipment in the United States and Canada to provide safe and cost efficient transportation for company products.


Principal Accountabilities:

1. Administer the trailer rehab process for atmospheric and LHY trailers.

2. Assist in reducing trailer maintenance costs and improve reliability and performance - by providing technical advice and providing recommendations on trailer specifications (new and rehab).
3. Develop and implement a replacement program for all liquid trailers. This will be achieved by a cost study to determine replacement strategy.
4. Develop, document and administer an Air Products requirements task list for all vendors for quality assurance.
5. Assist in documenting trailer Maintenance Information Letters (MIL’s) for distribution to maintenance team.
6. Work with the Fleet Op’s team to put a plan in place to change the current rehab process from a reactive to a proactive program.
7. Work with the current rehab website owner to update site, including fixed cost, screen layout, and report designs. Develop a training document for the website that can be used by terminal personal and vendors for process of updating site.
8. Travel to vendors and AP maintenance sites as required to assure compliance and increase knowledge of process. 30% Travel is required in this position but may be increased during training period or heavy rehab demand.
9. Monitor rehab/major repair authorization to ensure correct pricing, prevention of overcharges, or unnecessary work, identification of warranty information for manufacturer’s assistance in failure analysis.
10. Improve the effectiveness of the work team by sharing knowledge learned and assist others in making recommendations to improve processes.
11. Coordinate with the Fleet Engineer on new trailer inspections at vendors during the build process. This is to assure quality before units leave the vendor.
12. Continuously improve the rehab process to reduce overall maintenance costs.
13. Work with the Fleet Support Coordinator Trailer to understand billing and project costs allocation to help improve the rehab decision making process.
14. Share knowledge with the Fleet Operations team to that may improve the bulk trailer retest program.

Qualifications/Requirements:

10+ years of fleet maintenance experience involving cryogenic vehicles. A self-starter with very strong teamwork, communication and organization skills. Proficient computer skills and use of Microsoft applications and SAP. A passion for continuous improvement. Strong troubleshooting skills. Ability to work closely with the terminal vehicle maintenance, logistics, and members of the Fleet Operations team.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2121BR. 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



Req No. 1938BR
Job Title PROCESS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Process Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The Energy PST is in need of a process engineer to work on various Energy portfolio initiatives. The current portfolio includes coal gasification, pet-coke refueling, oxy-fuel combustion, and CO2 capture and related technologies such as acid gas removal processes. The engineer will be responsible for supporting project development engineering activities and project design work, while working closely with external technology suppliers and potential customers to develop optimized technical offerings. Key job responsibilities include Aspen simulations, process equipment design, Technical Risk Management, and various technology field tests.

Candidates should have a BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. Advanced Degree a plus. Prior experience in process engineering or process technology required. Aspen simulation skills strongly preferred.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #1938BR. 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



Req No. 2371BR
Job Title MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a Mechanical Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Candidate would prepare and review pressure vessel, heat exchanger and vaporizer designs to recognized international codes based on process specifications. Pressure boundary, wind, seismic, lifting, shipping and internal/external support calculations would be performed to validate supplier designs. Knowledge of design and fabrication work processes is a plus.
Primary focus would be on general pressure vessel design and detailed design of internal components for equipment used in air separation facilities.

Additional duties would include fabrication drawing review and liaison with non-APCI fabricators, including suppliers in China. Critical equipment inspections at suppliers is possible. Interfacing with project, process, purchasing and other design disciplines is an integral part of the position.

Position Qualifications and Requirements:

* BS or MS Mechanical Engineering required. Experience in pressure vessel design and fabrication is a plus.
* Knowledge of manufacturing work processes and assembly methods, including plate forming, welding, non-destructive testing, etc. is a plus.
* Understanding of process specifications and data sheets used to define the vessel or exchanger design is a plus.

Familiarity with manufacturing drawing presentations and assembly is a plus.
Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2371BR. 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



Req No. 2400BR
Job Title ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an opening for an Electrical Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position will support the estimating, design, installation, and startup of industrial electric equipment and power systems within the new project area of the company. Projects are done globally and can have an electrical load requirement of 3 MW to 50 MW. Knowledge of industrial electrical systems and equipment is required. Job content includes motor starting calculations, short circuit calculations, arc flash and protective relay coordination, and equipment specification and recommendations including motors, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, and other electrical distribution equipment. Circuit knowledge and review are key components in successfully meeting the position requirements.

Candidate is expected to communicate regularly and effectively with internal customers/design groups as well as suppliers on a global basis. Responsibilities include working with other disciplines for a successful design and startup. This includes working with matrix teams of Mechanical, Flowsheets, and Detail Design. Some amount of field commissioning and startup is expected.

The candidate must have good teamwork skills, good analytic skills, and be able to react to time requirements. The ability to travel globally is a requirement.

Position Qualifications:
* Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering
* Computer proficiency
* Understanding and experience in relay co-ordination
* Understanding of NEC code issues
* Some Field or Plant experience is expected
* Experience in motor design is a plus.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2400BR. 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



Req No. 2385BR
Job Title PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global Engineering
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has immediate openings for Project Development Engineers at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

• Estimate: Estimate correctly the best value proposition (capital and total evaluated) necessary to win and maximize profit consistent with commercial objectives.
• Lead: Lead the bid process by organizing, conducting and documenting initial bid evaluations to determine resources required and setting the general direction of the proposal work. Prioritizes the bid team’s work.
• Scope: Unearth all relevant scope definition, value improve to find the best technical / economic solution. Work directly with customers and partners to determine scope splits.
• Risks: Identify / evaluate risks (execution, scope, technical, cost and operating risks).
• Follow requirements: Follow Build (PDEP+) work process; comply with Engineering Procedures, work instructions, specs and standards including documenting, organizing and conducting estimate review and approval meetings.
• Help Sell: Help sell the offer by exceeding customer expectations including writing and reviewing proposals, representing Air Products' technical capabilities, responding to follow up questions from customers, visits and added value / differentiating from competition
• Commercial: Provide commercial interface role such as setting sales / pricing strategy, understanding the market / competitiveness, providing other deliverables (payment schedules) helping set project execution strategy, manage SE budgets, soliciting and analyzing lost order reports.
• Document: Correctly document the work and continuously improve including collecting feedback from ongoing projects to obtain cost and other project performance factors, to optimize and improve the accuracy of future estimates.
• Support: Provide support for products and provide check / balance with project engineering in decision making.

Project Development Engineers will be exposed to virtually all functions within the Global Engineering Organization such as Project, Construction, Design, Process, Systems, Process Controls, Machinery as well as many corporate functions such as Tax, Finance, Procurement, Logistics, Controllership / Accounting.

PDEs will very likely work with outside engineering and contracting firms and/or joint venture owners and partners. The ability to manage and interact with these entities will be required.

The business is global in nature and may require travel to China, southeast Asia, Europe, Canada or other US domestic locations.

Job Requirements:

• BS ChE / ME or 5 plus years of project development experience / background
• Analytical and computer skills
• Ability to lead multifunctional teams as well as ability to promote teamwork and cooperation
• The successful Project Development Engineer exhibits the following competencies: the ability to influence others, taking ownership of work products, achievement driven, holding others accountable, sharing expertise, ability to understand customers, resource management, conceptual thinking, information seeking and development of business expertise.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. 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. Air Products has annual revenues of $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 22,000 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 #2385BR. 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



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