Airgas Incorporated

Project Engineering Manager

Airgas Incorporated$100K — $150K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering) required
  • Valid employment authorization in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship
  • 10+ years of experience managing engineering in large industrial plants
  • Proficiency in detailed engineering with EPC and project engineering
  • In-depth knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines and design standards
  • Familiarity with 3D Model Review tools used in plant design
  • Experience in industrial gas and industrial projects, particularly ASUs and Hydrogen facilities

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Engineering/Procurement execution plans
  • Coordinate engineering activities across various centers to meet project deadlines
  • Review technical interfaces between disciplines and stakeholders
  • Ensure compliance with group standards and external regulations
  • Conduct design reviews and technical assessments like HAZOP and HAZID
  • Manage project engineers and resources to ensure timely execution
  • Select vendors and contractors to align with project specifications

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development
  • Collaborative work environment with competitive teams
  • Exposure to cutting-edge engineering technologies and practices
  • Flexible work arrangements with travel opportunities
Full Job Description

Location:
Houston, TX (HO) - Engineering - E&C Houston

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Project Engineering Manager responsible for managing engineering and procurement of Air Liquide investment projects ($60 mill - $150 mill) in accordance with the governance and work process defined by AL Global E&C Solutions.

During the execution phase the Project Engineering Manager works with the Project Manager/Director to prepare project execution strategy including but not limited to Scope, Budget, Schedule, Assumptions and Risks. Project Engineering Manager responsible for the successful delivery of complete Engineering and procurement deliverables on time, on budget and according to the specifications of the project. Prepare well defined scope of work for construction subcontracts (Civil, Mechanical and E&I) along with support from subcontracts team.

Job Responsibilities:

Safety / Quality Assurance / Risk Management/ IMS and general activities
  • Achieve high safety performance by applying all safety rules within the project.
  • Ensure that required safety action plans are defined and implemented.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable Group Standards and applicable regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare and conduct the capitalization review and share feedback within the organization.


Responsibilities:
  • Develop Engineering/Procurement execution plan for the Pre-FEED/FEED and project. Manage the project execution with key focus on Engineering and procurement.
  • Coordinating and controlling engineering activities with different E&C engineering centers, in charge of design, input to scope of work for subcontracting & fabrication and Installation of an entire project (or portion of project) up to the scheduled completion, in accordance with Air Liquide HSES corporate policies, contractual commitments (design data, codes, classes etc.), schedule and Engineering budget.
  • Critically reviewing interfaces between technical disciplines and/or project stakeholders. Work with all project stakeholders (procurement, legal, BDs, Operations, vendors, customers, local administrations...) up to transfer to Operations.
  • Ensure the compliance of the project to applicable Group standards, rules and systems and to the relevant external rules and regulation."
  • Ensures project design review plans and technical reviews (HAZOP, P&ID, 3d model and stage gate reviews) are being performed to meet internal and external requirements.
  • Participates in client and internal technical assessments such as HAZOP, HAZID, Operability, and equipment solution/strategies.
  • Ensures technical project execution within time and engineering budget by coordinating and supervising project engineers and engineering resources, managing risks/opportunities, changes and monitoring compliance with Air Liquide HSES requirements and contract commitment.
  • Defines engineering organization procedures, issues the basic data for design and approves general project specifications, ensuring that adequate resources and expertise are available for the area under his/her responsibility
  • Manage design change management process, identify impacts on cost and schedule and support negotiation(s) with the client (internal or external)
  • Select vendors, contractors with the support of the procurement group
  • Ensures timely internal and external reporting on engineering activities to project manager and client.
  • Ensures coordination of interfaces among engineering disciplines and with other technical disciplines, vendors, licensors, and partners.
  • Contributes to schedule preparation, actively controls schedule execution and proposes corrective actions when needed.
  • Manage risks and ensure that effective mitigation plans are in place.
  • Extensive knowledge of Air Liquide organization and work processes.
  • Demonstrated ability and extensive experience in leading resolution of complex technical issues involving multiple engineering disciplines.
  • General understanding of Design Codes and Standards applicable to engineering design and construction of ASUs, Hydrogen plants and petrochemical facilities.
  • Assists, as relevant, in construction, installation and commissioning teams in preparing and executing site testing, installation, and commissioning plans/procedures with aftermarket organization support, ensuring constructability, install ability and operability of the design in accordance with project requirements
  • Coordinating site related activities (RFIs, NCRs, Commissioning planning).


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Are you a MATCH?

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical 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.
  • At least 10 years of progressively responsible industry experience in managing engineering/ interfaces for large industrial plants.
  • Experience with detailed engineering with EPC, Engineering/Procurement, project engineering and field experience (fabrication site and offshore) preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines (Rotating Machinery, Mechanical, Electrical and Instrumentation) work process with specific experience on design, erection and commissioning of large static and rotating equipment.
  • In-depth knowledge of Air Liquide engineering design standards and procedures covering all engineering disciplines.
  • Prior experience in using 3D Model Review tools used in plant design.
  • Technical background in industrial gas, industrial projects, ideally in ASUs, H2/He facilities.
  • General knowledge of work processes of engineering disciplines during execution of EPC projects.
  • Results oriented. Influential team leadership skills, good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong safety and reliability mindset.
  • Proven ability to interact positively with clients and maintain positive working relationships at multiple levels of the organization.
  • Demonstrated leadership and the ability to work and make decisions both independently and within a matrix team environment.
  • Very good knowledge of project management methodology tools and techniques.
  • Commercial awareness for managing scope changes during project execution.


Travel requirements
  • Occasionally to frequent (25% - 30% of work time) depending of location


Computer Skills
  • Basic knowledge of Google Suite
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project with schedule management skills for preparation of gantt charts is a plus
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and familiar with review of Primavera schedule.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired

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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