Airgas Incorporated

Machine Engineer

Airgas Incorporated$95K — $105K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
  • 5-7 years of experience in turbomachinery or rotating equipment design.
  • Proficient in 3D CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
  • Knowledgeable in GD&T standards and analysis stack-ups.
  • Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience in Finite Element Analysis, preferably with Ansys.
  • Familiar with ASME standards and machining practices.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed designs and refinements of turbo-expander machines and components.
  • Create turbomachine layouts and detailed drawings in compliance with production schedules.
  • Develop new turbomachinery products and support manufacturing with quality control issues.
  • Analyze field problems, providing solutions and troubleshooting.
  • Lead or participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for non-conformances.
  • Act as a technical liaison for procurement, ensuring vendor capabilities meet design and quality specifications.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive family benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company match and tuition assistance.
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
  • Immediate benefits access on the first day of employment.
Full Job Description

Location:

Santa Ana, CA - Carnegie Av - Manufacturing - AL Turbo The Turboexpander Machine Design Engineer is a pivotal technical role within the Air Liquide Engineering & Construction Turbo division, dedicated to driving the design, development, and optimization of critical rotating equipment. The successful candidate ensures all technical deliverables meet or exceed global, local, and strict industry safety and engineering standards. This position demands a strong ability to translate complex customer specifications into highly efficient aerodynamic and mechanical realities while actively participating in global and local product development efforts. As a continuous improvement advocate, the engineer captures and implements design lessons learned from field commissioning data, design reviews, and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) to push the boundaries of turboexpander performance.

At Air Liquide we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Air Liquide is hiring for a Machine Engineer in Santa Ana, CA.

We are looking for you!

Comprehensive Family Benefits: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
Early Access: Your benefits start on the first day of employment.

Job Responsibilities:

The design, development, and optimization of critical rotating equipment. The successful candidate ensures all technical deliverables meet or exceed global, local, and strict industry safety and engineering standards. This position demands a strong ability to translate complex customer specifications into highly efficient aerodynamic and mechanical realities while actively participating in global and local product development efforts. As a continuous improvement advocate, the engineer captures and implements design lessons learned from field commissioning data, design reviews, and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) to push the boundaries of turboexpander performance.

  • Conducting and refining detailed turbo-expander machine and componentdesigns.

  • Creating turbomachine layouts with 3D models, detailed drawings, and bills ofmaterials in a timely manner to support production schedules

  • Developing new turbomachinery products.

  • Supporting manufacturing/production/quality and procurement departments on nonconforming issues of parts and machine components.

  • Analyzing field issues/problems and troubleshooting and providing recommendations/solutions.

  • Perform any other duties/tasks/projects as assigned by the manager.

  • Lead or participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations for field and manufacturing non-conformances.

  • Act as the technical liaison for the Procurement team to identify, develop, and technical-audit casting, forging and machining suppliers, ensuring vendor capabilities meet demanding design, quality, and production schedules.

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Required Qualifications:

  • BS in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering required.

  • 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.

  • 3 65+ years of progressive experience in turbomachinery design, rotating equipment, or precision manufacturing environment

  • Proficient in 3D CAD modeling's in Solid works.

  • Familiar with GD&;T standard and stack-ups

  • Strong problem solving and interpersonal skills

  • Must be a self-starting and motivating individualProficient in Finite Element Analysis, prefer Ansys

  • Knowledge of current ASME standards and codes

  • Knowledge of machining practices, mills, lathes and drilling.

  • Knowledge of turbomachinery and rotating element design

  • Knowledge of Aerodynamics pertaining to radial turbines.

  • Knowledge of Rotor dynamics and Modal Analysis

  • Knowledge of cryogenic and advanced materials

The annual base salary range for this position in California is $95,000 - $105,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Air Liquide considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate27s work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

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About Airgas Incorporated

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Airgas was founded in 1982, and acquired by Air Liquide in 2016. The company operates through two segments: Distribution and Production. The Distribution segment offers a wide range of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products, to customers in various industries, including manufacturing and health care. The Production segment offers nitrogen, oxygen, and argon gases for use in steelmaking, welding, and other industries.
Learn more about Airgas Incorporated
Size
18,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1982

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