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Req No. 1664BR
Job Title Construction Project Controls Lead
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 Construction Project Controls Lead.

The Construction Project Controls Lead will be located in the field and spend some time in the Allentown office. This person will work on projects themselves in addition to overseeing the functional aspects of others handling the same function on other projects. The function is responsible for cost and scheduling systems for field construction. This includes managing and coordinating major construction contractor’s performance against agreed benchmarks in cost management, schedule analysis, variance management, invoicing, reporting and other control functions for the field construction. The function will consist of cost engineers on larger projects located full time in the field with some staff support in the home office. The cost engineers will typically report to the site construction superintendent with dotted line functional reporting to the CPC Lead. They will have responsibility for establishing the function on field construction work, defining key work processes and standards and implementing the processes on their assigned projects. The cost engineers will conduct the construction cost and scheduling controls by monitoring, measuring, controlling and predicting the field construction cost and progress. The CPC function ensures that budgeting, cost accounting, forecasting, reporting, auditing, construction cost data management and administrative services are managed properly. The successful candidate for this role will implement this function on large projects and functionally oversee others in the same role. They will also work with Contractors project controls staff and other functional specialists, as required.

The CPC function develops the methodology necessary for effective cost and schedule control for field Construction. This includes, but is not limited to, managing cost engineering activities including development and implementation of cost control systems, invoice processing activities, monthly cost reporting, trending, forecasting analysis, cost variance analysis, funding budgets and cash flows.
The CPC function plays a key project team integration role and is expected to be knowledgeable across all functional areas of the project. They will be responsible for identifying any deviations from the agreed scope or premises of the construction, assessing their impact on project cost and risk, and ensuring remedial action.

Responsibilities
• Establish and Lead the Construction Project Controls function.
• Work on projects in the field while managing the functional aspects of Construction Project Controls
• Develop project control / services execution strategies.
• Prepare procedures for various construction project control activities including budget preparation, cost forecasts and related cost engineering and planning/scheduling functions.
• Ensure computerized systems for cost control analysis are in place and utilized as intended for the work. This includes data from payroll for labor hours and dollars, purchasing commitments and expenditures of major equipment and bulks, and budgeted and actual quantities of deliverables from engineering and construction.
• Ensure that the agreed upon costs are gathered at a detailed quantifiable level and have roll-up capability equal to the estimate breakdown level.
• Ensure that the cost control and schedule systems are integrated and aligned through the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Identify, evaluate, document, and process for submittal and approval the cost/schedule deviations. Effectiveness must include timeliness, completeness and accuracy.
• Prepare a total construction expenditure forecast which includes invoices to-date plus cost of work accomplished (accruals).


Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Business.
• Minimum of 10 years of major project cost engineering experience with assignments of increasing responsibility, complexity and scope.
• Demonstrated technical competency in the field of project controls.
• Very good oral and written communication skills
• Proven management and staff leadership skills.
• Demonstrable interpersonal, teambuilding and team leadship skills.
• Construction field experience and willingness to travel
• Working knowledge of all relevant engineering & construction codes and standards.
• Experience with SAP 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 #1664. 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. 1486BR
Job Title Plant Process Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 Plant Process Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This is a ladder position and assignments can be configured to match the background of the successful candidate. Performance Materials has identified more than $25MM/yr in potential productivity improvements that require Chemical and Industrial Engineering expertise. The work is widely varied and flexibility to and by candidates is a must.

The successful candidate will perform Plant Process Engineering and productivity improvement for the Performance Materials Growth Platform Division (PMGP). This position will support various work for the 11 PMGP facilities or ongoing acquisitions. Key PMGP technologies include epoxies, polyurethane chemicals, ethoxylations, acetylenics, and specialty amines. Periods of travel (including possible international travel) are required averaging as much as one week per month or if mutually agreed more than one week per month.

The position will report to the Plant Process Engineering organization that has consistently delivered more than $20MM/yr in productivity benefits to the fast growing and highly profitable Performance Materials Growth Platform.

Primary responsibilities of the position may include:

1. Identify productivity improvement opportunities. Areas of emphasis include: manufacturing cost reduction, capacity improvements/cycle time reductions, supply chain flow and cost improvement, waste handling and reduction, raw materials, utilities consumption/cost/supply and production process reliability.

2. Conduct process engineering evaluation of production unit operations and facility utilities, screen options, investigate and identify process bottlenecks and constraints, map system capability and rank solutions with necessary cost-benefit analyses.

3. Identify, develop and design improved operating and control strategies to achieve productivity targets. Develop tracking programs and metrics for plant optimization and efficiency, and monitor the targets against budget/expected performance.

4. Analyze plant performance and work with the operations and supply chain team to ensure the plant operates optimally. Develop and install systems that ensure plant operators and line management understand the optimal run-point for each process to achieve efficiency targets.

5. Develop project scope, estimate project cost and benefits, develop capital expenditure authorization documents and propose appropriate execution strategy for best fit with resources and benefits case. Execute productivity projects with small Global Operations teams.

6. Work with the facility operations staff and line management to identify, communicate and transfer best operating facility practices. Use idea generation methods , engage the operations team in opportunity identifications and screen opportunities for implementation. Support and execute Global Operations plant productivity assessments.

7. Provide support for the facility process safety activities through implementation of management of change associated with asset management projects , operating plant hazard review revalidation, execution of project hazards reviews, completing ophr action items, and support of environmental permitting.

8. Provide process-engineering consultation and support to the site’s Production organization to help troubleshoot and resolve process operating problems. Assist operations to resolve product quality, reliability and operability issues.

9. Use Lean and/or Continuous Improvement methods to facilitate improvements.


Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
3 or more years of process engineering or chemical plant engineering experience.

Beneficial Experience/Skills:
Knowledge of chemical operations, preferably chemical engineering aplications involving batch operations including reaction, distillation, solids handling, heat exchange, utilities, process control and automation is a plus.
Alternatively, knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques in packaged chemical production operations (i.e., Industrial Engineering applications to batch Chemical Plants)
Able to work in a hands-on environment in an operating plant.
Able to work in groups, interacting with commercial people, plant operators , maintenance, production engineers, plant supervision and line management
Prior experience conducting process plant optimization.
Prior experience working in a specialty materials plant or any APCI operating plant
Exposure to cost estimation, project engineering and project development
Familiarity using process safety tools and risk analysis
Experience with process modeling 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 # 1486BR.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. 2050BR
Job Title Disbursements Analyst - Accounts Payable
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 Disbursements Analyst -Accounts Payable at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position will be responsible for the ongoing account reconciliation and analysis for Disbursement related accounts. These accounts are SAP clearing accounts used to accrue and book costs associated with goods and services received by the Company. These accounts contain thousands of transactions amounting to millions of dollars.

The incumbent will analyze balances in the accounts, follow-up with key stakeholders (receiving and procurement), and make correcting entries to bring the accounts into proper balance. Entries in these accounts impact both balance sheet and P&L accounts on the general ledger.
This position will be also be responsible for executing daily payment runs, performing audit function on invoices processed daily, work with bank to release wire transfer payments. Process deviations and exceptions on E-commerce transactions. Support overall operations of the Disbursement's department. Research and resolve operating problems. Respond to internal/external inquiries regarding billing and payment information.

Requirements: Minimum of an Associate Degree in Accounting, strong analytical skills, strong communication and influence skills, ability to work in a fast-paced high activity team environment. SAP system experience is preferred.

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 #2050BR. 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. 864BR
Job Title DESIGN ENGR
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Bethlehem
Organization Manufacturing
Job Description and Qualifications Gardner Cryogenics, a division of Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. (NYSE:APD), a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has immediate openings for Design Engineers at its Bethlehem, PA facility.

The Design Engineer will be responsible for the design of mechanical, fluid handling, and thermal components and systems for liquid helium, liquid hydrogen and liquid nitrogen transportation, storage and distribution.

Additional responsibilities will include:

- Starting with customer wish lists and/or market opportunities, develop cost effective equipment and systems.
- Diagnose equipment and systems problems and develop solutions.
- Support manufacturing with development of innovative manufacturing methods, jigs and fixtures, and solution to manufacturing problems.
- Actively seek ways and means to reduce cost of materials and services to keep Gardner competitive.
- Interact with regulators, code organizations, and approval agencies for testing and approval of Gardner products.
- Support Gardner sales and marketing with customer service issues.
- Manage special projects and interact with customers.

Qualifications:
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering; MS degree preferred
- 1-5 yrs experience in Design Engineering

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

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, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on North America, then select Career Center. Apply specifically to Job Req #864BR.

If you are an Air Products employee, please apply to the Career Center at APOnline.

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. 2007BR
Job Title CUSTOMER SERVICE REP - AP HEALTHCARE
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Bethlehem
Organization Global Healthcare
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products Healthcare, one of the top five providers of home respiratory products and services in the U.S. and a subsidiary of Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.(NYSE:APD), is seeking a Customer Service Representative in our Bethlehem, PA location.

Job Description:

Air Products Healthcare is currently seeking highly experienced and qualified individuals to effectively manage and support all customer service functions. Customer Service Representatives will ensure customer satisfaction while promoting and fostering an atmosphere of teamwork.

Job Responsibilities:

-Identifying customer needs and developing processes to achieve results.
-Receive and process approximately 35-45 calls per day.
-Collect all necessary data relevant to customer needs.
-Interpret, verify and process data to determine patient eligibility.
-Facilitate the delivery and pick-up of the equipment in a timely manner.
-Respond to customer issues that may arise during and after order processing.
-Attend and participate in company Quality Assurance and Compliance in-service training programs.

Job Qualifications:

-High school diploma or equivalent; required.
-Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume office setting.
-Polite telephone etiquette and excellent communication skills (written and oral).
-Basic computer knowledge and skills.
-Detail oriented and strong organizational skills.
-Medical or Home Medical Equipment background preferred.

We offer our employees competitive salary and benefits programs to include a 401k plan with company match, paid vacation and more. For more information, visit www.airproductshealthcare.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Healthcare Career Center at www.airproductshealthcare.com/careers Click on “Current Job Openings”. Click on Job Req 2007BR to apply specifically for this position.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None



Req No. 2006BR
Job Title CLINCIAL PHARMACIST - AP HEALTHCARE
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Blue Bell
Organization Global Healthcare
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products Healthcare, one of the top five providers of home respiratory products and services in the U.S. and a subsidiary of Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.(NYSE:APD), is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist in our Blue Bell, PA location.

Job Description: Performs specified distributive and clinical pharmacy activities and related services as they pertain to providing safe and effective home infusion therapies.

Job Responsibilities:
-Performs specified distributive and clinical pharmacy activities and related services as they pertain to providing safe and effective home infusion
-Assists the physician and nursing staff in setting therapeutic objectives for drug therapy and establishing parameters for monitoring the safety and efficacy of drug therapy.
-Communicates the results of therapeutic drug monitoring activities the physician, nursing and other appropriate persons.
-Coordinates and facilitates new referrals/admissions through collaboration with nursing, customer service and distribution.
-Receives, verifies, reviews and documents all new patient orders.
Conducts the initial and ongoing assessment of specific patient, drug and disease process to identify pertinent drug-related problems or needs.
-Assists the physician and other healthcare professionals involved in planning and implementing patient care in the home to ensure safe and effective drug therapy.
-Completes and maintains appropriate documentation related to Medication Profiles, Progress Notes, Assessments, Care Plans and all other clinical activities, in accordance with applicable state laws, regulatory agencies, company P&P’s, and accreditation standards.
-Monitors the outcomes from drug therapy by collecting, evaluating and interpreting the results of laboratory data, clinical data and other pertinent patient information.
-Processes and checks all medications.
-Programs and troubleshoots infusion control devices (i.e. pumps) as indicated.
Provides consultation and answers inquires from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding medications and their use. Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences. Maintains required Continuing Education Units.
Attends “clinical meetings” and other patient-oriented meetings with Infusion personnel. Participates in on-call rotation.
Supervises, coordinates and /or participates in the preparation of sterile admixtures, dispenses all pharmaceuticals and related supplies and equipment in accordance with federal, state and local laws and Company P&P’s.
-Performs marketing support functions, as requested.
-Participates in orientation/training programs for new personnel and current staff.
-Participates in PI activities and departmental and branch meetings.

Job Qualifications:
-Experience and strong knowledge base in intravenous admixture services and intravenous therapy.
-Responsible for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the home care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
-Ability to problem solve

We offer our employees competitive salary and benefits programs to include a 401k plan with company match, paid vacation and more. For more information, visit www.airproductshealthcare.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Healthcare Career Center at www.airproductshealthcare.com/careers Click on “Current Job Openings”. Click on Job Req 2006BR to apply specifically for this position.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None



Req No. 1479BR
Job Title Senior Principal Research Chemist
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization Chemicals-Performance Chemicals
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 Research Chemist at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The qualified candidate will be required to develop new formulated defoamer products that meet individual customer and general market needs in Coatings, Graphic Arts, and Adhesives applications. This will entail designing and preparing stable defoamer formulations, many of which will be silicone emulsions, and demonstrating that they perform well relative to competitive products in relevant coating, ink, and adhesive formulations. The candidate will be expected to communicate regularly and maintain a close working relationship with customers, external collaborators and technical and business colleagues (applications research/development/technical service chemists, process engineers, regional and global marketing and sales people).

The successful candidate will serve as the technical lead for gated development projects, following established work processes. He or she will be expected to give oral presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences within the company and at customer sites. Timely pursuance of intellectual property protection, including filing of patent applications, writing public disclosures, and documenting results and project progress, will also be required. The candidate must have a strong commitment to safety, health and environmental leadership.

This position requires a minimum of a Masters degree in chemistry, materials science or chemical engineering and at least 3-5 years of industrial experience, primarily in a formulator role. A BS degree in chemistry or chemical engineering with 10+ years of formulating experience would also be acceptable. Experience in formulating silicone emulsion defoamers is required. The ability to get up to speed quickly, make significant contributions within a short period of time, and function well in a team environment is a must.

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 #1479BR. 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 Regional - US



Req No. 2026BR
Job Title Instrument Designer
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 an Instrument Designer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This is a position in the Global Operations Organization of Air Products and Chemicals within the Process Controls Group. The designers in this team predominately provide design support to plant analyzer retrofits and projects. Additionally support is provided for control system platform additions, and cabinet designs.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:
* Physicals: For ASU plants, based on Intergraph designed piping plans and isometric details, instrument specifications and flow sheet data, the understanding of all applicable Design Engineering Standards with regards to tubing, fittings mounting requirements and construction specifications. The ability to do material take-offs for a bill of material. The ability to produce 3D instrument location drawings using Microstation software. The basic knowledge of process conditions and the ability to apply it to location of instrumentation and hookup drawings.
* Hookups: The ability to develop detailed installation drawings for tubing of instruments including developing a comprehensive bill of material for all of the components required for the individual installations. The drawings are developed based on a solid understanding of process requirements and proper material selection for process and environmental criteria coupled with information derived from P & ID's., instrument specifications and Design Engineering Standards.
* Mounting Details: The ability to develop detailed installation drawings for mounting and installing instruments including developing a comprehensive bill of material for all of the components required for the individual installations.
* Control Panel: The knowledge and understanding of all applicable APCI standards pertaining to wiring, fabrication, painting, AC control devices and instrumentation contained in control panels. To understand basic electrical and electronic fundamentals of control. To understand AC and DC power requirements. The ability to communicate information effectively to panel vendor shops.
* Loop Design: The ability to develop detailed d.c. control circuit point-to-point interconnecting wiring drawings to support the fabrication of control panels. This application requires a basic understanding of electrical and electronic control fundamentals along with the ability to derive point-to-point wiring information from electrical wiring diagrams or Cable Database termination schedules.
* Analyzer Panel Design: The ability to understand UHP requirements such as cleaning procedures, welding procedures, VCR fitting technology, special valving requirements and purification technology. Understand chromatograph technology and apply it when necessary. Understand the most recent analyzer systems designed by Operations and apply it to non-operation plants. To be aware of calibration gas requirements and new manifold-regulator technology as well as the ability to specify the requirements.
* Instrument Air Systems: The ability to design a complete instrument air system based on the supply requirements of all in-line and off-line instrumentation. To understand pressure regulating requirements and operational procedures for isolation.
* Chemical Plant Design: The ability to design instrument location drawings and hookups as described in the "Physicals/hookups" section in corrosive, liquid and condensable gas services. The knowledge of all special chemical standards and safety requirements. The basic understanding of chemical plant instrumentation.
* Hazardous Plant Design: The ability to design instrument location drawings and hookups as described in the "Physicals/Hookups" section in Hazardous and Classified areas. Knowledge of the NFPA 496 code is required for purging requirements. Requirements for control panel/analyzer panel electrical devices in these areas.
* Gas Purification Design: The knowledge of gas purifier panels and the ability to apply it to UHP analytical calibration gas systems.
* Bills of Material: The ability to develop bills of material or purchase of equipment required to support the construction of projects. Bills of material are developed from physical drawings and standard details requiring a comprehensive knowledge of materials and construction practices.
Additional skills include but are not limited to: A&E Interface, Estimating, Forecasting/Statusing, Cross Functional (Instrumentation/ Electrical Design), and Field Experience
OTHER SKILLS: A high school diploma/equivalent with 1-2 yrs min exp.
* Communication (all formats), Presentation Skills, Application and Productivity

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 #2026BR. 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. 1938BR
Job Title PROCESS ENGINEER
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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. 1966BR
Job Title Senior Tax Analyst
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 Senior Tax Analyst at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Position Summary
The position has overall responsibility for federal tax planning and compliance and to ensure that federal/state/franchise tax returns are prepared on a timely and accurate basis.

Principal Accountabilities
Responsible for the following tax activities:

Planning

Keep up to date on all federal tax law changes and initiatives that have a significant impact to the Company

Recommend and implement federal and state tax planning ideas

Research federal and state tax issues

Minimize the impact of state tax law changes

Provide input to the Income Tax Controller on quarterly and year end federal and state tax accounting provision matters and annual report footnotes

Annual and Estimated Tax Return Preparation

Prepares the federal tax returns and complex Schedule M adjustments for the major subsidiaries in an electronic tax return filing environment

Prepares the quarterly federal estimated tax payments and the federal extension request

Prepares assigned state income and franchise tax returns on a timely and accurate basis

Prepares assigned state income and franchise estimated tax payments on a timely and accurate basis

Audit Matters

Handle state and local income tax audit document, information requests and correspondence for assigned states

Research and provide tax positions to auditors for assigned states

Other

Obtain training and maintain expertise on federal and state tax matters

Qualifications

A minimum of 3-5 years in financial accounting and corporate tax preparation experience

Must have strong knowledge of Schedule M-3 and Form 8916A, as well as electronic tax return filing requirements

Excellent understanding of consolidated financial statement preparation and use of SAP general ledger systems

Strong tax knowledge base

Good mathematical, interpersonal, oral, written and computer skills necessary

Experience with Excel and CorpTax software a plus

CPA, Public Accounting ( Big 4) experience preferred

Education

An undergraduate degree in accounting is required.

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 $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and more than 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 #1966BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Career, Benefits, and Lifestyle, 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. 1785BR
Job Title Employee Development Specialist
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization Human Resources
Job Description and Qualifications The Group: This individual will be a member of the global People College, one of the eleven colleges of Air Products corporate university. Part of the HR organization, the global People College is responsible for addressing people development needs (communications, interpersonal, cultural, management and leadership development). Our learning and development strategies are based on Air Products business strategies, workforce strategies and competencies. Products and services created and/or purchased may be global, regional or local based on needs analysis, and developed in partnership with colleagues in Europe and Asia or other colleges of the university.

Responsibilities:
Oversight for our “All Employee” category of training:
- Manages curriculum from conception to completion
- Analysis of needs of all employees in the areas of communications, interpersonal, career development, mentoring and cultural skills.
- Sourcing, contracting and managing vendor relationships for outsourced programs, both global and domestic
- Planning, organizing, evaluating programs
- Using evaluation data to make decisions on vendors and programs
- Reporting evaluative data to management
- May include partnering with global colleagues to make decisions that optimize the global People College catalog of offerings
- Consultation to employees and managers to assist with identification of appropriate development options

Design and delivery of programs: (classroom, blended or eLearning)
- Co-facilitation of our front-line manager and experienced manager program in the US. This may include co-facilitation in Brazil, Europe and Asia on occasion.
- Design and delivery of custom programs for teams and organizations
- Consulting to other HR functions to consult on development of training
- Partnering with other colleges to develop a comprehensive curriculum for a specific audience
- Co-facilitation of our New Hire Orientation program
- Work with the Learning Services team to develop eLearning offerings as needed

Other:
- Coach new managers on development of their people management skills, assist with management transitions
- Develop and implement change management plans to support the drive to align global programs, products and services in accordance with the People College strategy
- Responsible for creation of bi-annual communication from the People College to a global audience of employees
- Develop communications as needed to advertise new programs, promote existing programs; present to groups on the offerings of the People College
- Participation on ad hoc project teams

Requirements:
- Bachelors degree required, Masters degree preferred
- Eight to ten years experience in the design and delivery of programs and services that are behaviorally based (communications, interpersonal, management development, organization development). Must demonstrate a track record in both design and facilitation.
- Possess excellent writing and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable and effective working as a member of a multicultural team
- Demonstrates competence at relationship building, networking
- Demonstrates confidence in working with all levels of the organization
- Skilled in managing learning projects
- Candidates will be required to demonstrate skill in facilitation to an interview panel
- Candidates must be able to travel to US locations, Canada, Brazil, Asia and Europe. Travel approx. 5%.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic



Req No. 2054BR
Job Title Process Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 GEO Electronics and Performance Materials PST is looking for versatile and motivated individuals to join its Process engineering team. We offer a unique mix of opportunities in technology development, technical program coordination, and project execution. Our workload supports a global project slate for both the Electronics and Performance Materials business areas.

Candidates should have solid technical skills and a strong interest in applying these to a broad range of engineering challenges. Key job responsibilities will include the development of conceptual and detailed process designs, technical risk management, and plant start-up and performance testing. The successful candidate would employ engineering methodologies and creativity to tackle open-ended problems. S/he would interact closely with other engineering functions, with the commercial managers, with R&D technical teams, and with plant personnel.

The minimum requirements are a B. S. degree in Chemical Engineering and 3 years of relevant work experience. Beneficial work experiences include having executed projects in a Process engineering role, or having worked either in operating plant environments or on technology development programs. We will provide the successful candidate with the training and development that he/she will need to thrive in this role.

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 #2054BR. 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. 2053BR
Job Title Process Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization 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 GEO Electronics and Performance Materials PST is looking for versatile and motivated individuals to join its Process engineering team. We offer a unique mix of opportunities in technology development, technical program coordination, and project execution. Our workload supports a global project slate for both the Electronics and Performance Materials business areas.

Candidates should have solid technical skills and a strong interest in applying these to a broad range of engineering challenges. Key job responsibilities will include the development of conceptual and detailed process designs, technical risk management, and plant start-up and performance testing. The successful candidate would employ engineering methodologies and creativity to tackle open-ended problems. S/he would interact closely with other engineering functions, with commercial managers, with R&D technical teams, and with plant personnel.

The minimum requirements are a B. S. degree in Chemical Engineering and 6 years of relevant work experience. Beneficial work experiences include having executed projects in a Process engineering role, or having worked either in operating plant environments or on technology development programs. We will provide the successful candidate with the training and development that he/she will need to thrive in this role.

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 #2053BR. 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. 1440BR
Job Title Senior Research Chemist
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
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 Research Chemist at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

The Global Analytical Sciences (GAS) organization at Air Products and Chemicals partners with members of the Technology community to define approaches and solve problems for new product development, technical service, and operational excellence areas. The person will develop, transfer, or access new methods and capabilities to facilitate research or operations decision-making. To support growth in our Flexible Printable Organic Electronics (FPOE) platform and other organic polymeric driven technologies (organic electronic thin films, membranes, and personal care aplications), Air Products and Chemcials is seeking a polymer characterization scientist to work within our Analytical Sciences Group in Allentown, PA. This position requires a PhD degree in polymer science (physics or materials) with an emphasis on morphology characterization of polymeric materials including organic electronic media (devices or printed structures), polymer membranes, and other related areas. This individual should have expertise in understanding polymer morphology in both the pre-applied and integrated states with the goal of establishing structure/property relationships. The candidate will be expected to work closely with other Technology subject matter experts in GAS and our product development/research groups to develop or access new methods.

He/she will play an important role by:
- Merging knowledge of polymers and their applications with characterization to solve problems.
- Partnering with members in Technology to understand context of problem.
- Working with other GAS members to broaden his/her problem-solving skills.
- Developing/pioneering state of the art scientific tools relevant to Air Products/business needs.
- Leading the on-going maintenance, growth, and development of relevant scattering methodologies for Air Products.
- Leveraging external partnerships in the broader scientific community to extend capabilities.
- Proactively defining future needs for characterization science through technical presentation of capabilities, analytical representative roles on project teams, on-going communication with key Technology groups.

The individual needs to demonstrate good teamwork with other members of their work group; for example, sharing administrative tasks, equipment, knowledge, and experience related to testing activities, experimental techniques in lab practices, and EH&S information. This position also requires active participation in the safety programs of the company, including regular attendance at safety meetings and support of the company's BSP program.

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 $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and more than 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 #1440BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Career, Benefits, and Lifestyle, 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. 1933BR
Job Title Senior Principal Research Engineer
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
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 Reseach Engineer at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position is within the PS&T group of MRC and involves process research and scale-up. The candidate will collaborate with the research chemists engaged in new products and process development and work closely with Process and Separations group personnel. The candidate will obtain the required thermodynamic, kinetic and other relevant data to conceptualize and recommend various unit-operations and unit -processes for process scale-up. Scale-up of bench top processes to kilogram quantities may be required. This position requires a good mix of hands-on experimental and theoretical (chemical engineering science) skills. Process simulation skills will be a plus. The candidate may also serve as a technical lead for gated projects. This job also requires a strong commitment and compliance to safety, health and environmental policies and procedures. Routine documentation of results, protection of intellectual property and presentations on project status are required. The candidate is also expected to generate new ideas for products and processes, and identify opportunities for the growth of Air Products. The candidate may also initiate and manage capital projects within the scope of their assigned projects.

The position requires an advanced degree in Chemical Engineering ( a Ph.D. is preferred) with minimum 6-10 years of R&D, pilot-plant or related experience and some supervisory experience

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 #1933BR. 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. 2024BR
Job Title Account Manager
Employment Status Full Time
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization Chemicals-Performance Chemicals
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for an Account Manager at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position will support Performance Solutions CIA sales in the Northeastern US and Canada (primarily Eastern PA, New Jersey, New York, New England and distributor management in Canada) and will be the first line of commercial and technical support for customers in this region. Primary markets served are water-based coatings, inks and adhesives but also include specialty markets such as metal working fluids, agricultural seed coatings, de-icing fluids and industrial and institutional cleaning. The account manager will be responsible for identifying new opportunities for existing and new products, for growing business at existing accounts and for executing the objectives of the business area. The individual will also be responsible for managing two distributors in the territory.

Product Line: Surfynol, Dynol, EnviroGem, Carbowet and Zetasperse – surfactants, defoamers, wetting agents and dispersants.

Total Travel Days: About 30% to 40% overnight travel primarily to Boston and Canada, the remaining time would be day trips in the PA, NJ and NY area.

Job Qualifications:

The individual should have a minimum of 5 years experience in chemical sales or marketing. Educational requirement: BS or MS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering is preferred. The individual must have strong technical, organization, communication and follow-up skills, interest in learning new technology (chemical & electronic literacy) and influence skills to sell internally as well as at the customer level.

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 $10 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and more than 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 #2024BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Career, Benefits, and Lifestyle, 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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