Operations Engineer

Air Liquide•Houston, TX

60d•$100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Innovation and Development Division (IDD) drives the innovation strategy for the Hubs and Operations, and contributes to the Group's transformation. It is responsible for imagining, developing and incubating new solutions until they are brought to market, particularly when it comes to offers with a high technological content (including digital and IT). IDD gathers more than 3,000 employees from 70 nationalities at 60 sites. How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? Air Liquide is Hiring for an Operations Engineer in Newark, DE or Houston, TX! At Air Liquide, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We are looking for you! The Operations Engineer supports GM&T's Biogas OTF Plant Operations by leading projects for improving the efficiency and operations of the existing plant sites.

Requirements

BS degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
3+ years plant operations or engineering experience in a production environment
Experience with root cause analysis and troubleshooting engineering issues within a plant operations environment
Proven “hands-on” process knowledge, and mechanical equipment knowledge/ability
Ability to effectively use Google Docs, Google Sheets, and Google Slides.
Strong command of English, verbal and written
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of industrial gases and gas handling/processing equipment
Experience with environmental compliance reporting and/or product quality management
Experience in environmental sustainability industry such as biogas, renewable energy or waste treatment.
General understanding of accounting principles and working knowledge of plant operating budget
Ability to interact effectively with all levels in an organization
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Effective communication and leadership skills
Working knowledge of MS Office and Excel.
Working knowledge of commercial agreements and customer relations

Responsibilities

Optimize and support Air Liquide Biogas facilities with a focus on safety and reliability.
Comply with regulatory requirements, lead projects, manage designs and costs effectively, and develop personal skills and competencies in regards to Plant Operations, Processes and Equipment.
Demonstrate leadership in process and operational safety at all times and demand that of others, including plant personnel, visitors, and contractors.
Define, design, specify, control costs and implement projects intended to improve safety, efficiency, reliability and/or profitability
Recommend changes in process to effect greatest economy in production methods, manpower utilization and material cost.
Evaluate plant equipment and processes, and recommend design modifications to maximize operational effectiveness.
Set up and conduct tests of complete units under operational conditions and analyzes test results in relation to design specifications, modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications.
Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility.
Provide technical support for plant production and operations, as required.
Audit, revise and create procedures for technical plant processes and operational policies.
Keep plant hazard analysis current, and display a thorough knowledge of possible hazards and associated safeguards.
Make plant and process recommendations/decisions, and perform process troubleshooting.
Partner with the Engineering Group to execute predictive and preventive maintenance to eliminate catastrophic failures and minimize unplanned maintenance.
Adhere to Management of Change procedure
Other duties, as assigned, in support of growing the US Biogas business