Senior Fired Heater Engineer

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.? 

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Senior Structural Fired Heater Engineer Job Description

At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world. 

Reimagine What’s Possible  

Senior Structural Fired Heater Engineer Roles and Responsibilities:

We are seeking a Senior Structural Fired Heater Engineer within our Project Delivery Group located at our Houston, TX work location. This position requires 15% domestic / global travel.

The Senior Structural Fired Heater Engineer is responsible for performing structural/mechanical design calculations and managing assigned tasks and projects with a high degree of independence. He or she is also expected to collaborate effectively with the engineering and design team to complete project deliverables in a timely manner. The Senior Structural Engineer interfaces with internal and external project stakeholders and may be required to act as the engineering lead on large capital projects.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Review and develop project scope, schedule, and execution strategies, including developing multicenter execution strategies involving other Air Products regions and offices.
• Prepare structural and mechanical design calculations and design packages within budget and schedule.
• Review and approve drawings prepared by design staff and suppliers, including shop drawings.
• Review and interpret code requirements, project requirements, and contract documents.
• Engage with key stakeholders (management team, design centers, suppliers, contractors) in the execution and delivery of contracted activities.
• Identify areas of risk, risk mitigation, and improvement opportunities, particularly with respect to safety.
• Resolve difficult technical and other issues which are non-recurring and occasionally unique.
• Routine travel to domestic and international locations for meetings, jobsite and fabrications inspections, and suppliers may be required.
• Collaborate with affiliate worldwide Products groups on practices, standards, and workshare.
• Participate in industry association activities (API, ASME, etc.)
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and start-up activities.

Education and Licensing Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical engineering is preferred.  Fired Heater/Reformer or similar industrial equipment experience is preferred, including design of structures, tubes support castings, ducting, and piping.
• PE License is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate leadership experience and skills including interfacing with global teams.
• Knowledge of relevant codes (API, AISC, ASCE 7, AWS, IBC, ASME etc.)
• Proficiency in STAAD or other structural analysis software.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Smart 3D (S3D) or other 3D modeling tool.
• Ability to work in a diverse, multicultural team and business environment.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Takes personal responsibility for safety and a healthy environment on the projects and in the office.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Good driving record

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