Plant Engineer

Job Overview

We are currently seeking an individual for a Plant Engineer position who will support Linde's hydrogen production operation in McIntosh, AL. The successful candidate will report to the McIntosh Facility Associate Director of Operation.

The Plant Engineer will provide day-to-day technical support with emphasis on plant improvements, process safety, and process consistency. The plant engineer will interface with various functional teams including Safety & Environmental Services (S&ES), Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Reliability, Project Engineering, Productivity, Process Controls, and Process Safety.

• Provide process safety stewardship in areas of operating procedures, operating/technical manuals, critical safety systems, management of change, pre-startup safety reviews, process hazards analysis, incident investigations, audits and assessments, alert compliance, operations training, alarm management, P&, and action item follow-up.
• Delivery and support of continuous improvement and cost saving initiatives to accomplish productivity targets .
• Provide technical support to plant operations and maintenance technicians .
• Active support and participation in driving reliability initiatives through root cause analysis, idea generation and small project execution.
• Monitor plant efficiency, KPIs, and alarm management program.
• Assist in the development and delivery of process training.
• Support plant operations and troubleshooting including startups, unplanned shutdowns, and plant upsets.
• Provide as-needed support for plant turnaround planning and execution.
• Assist plant operations with basic personnel safety fundamentals including safety meeting participation, work order management and compliance, and LOTO/CSE functions based upon experience.

• B.S. or M.S. degree in chemical or mechanical engineering preferred.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Flexibility in work schedule to support operations during startup, shutdown, or unplanned events.
• Able to work in confined spaces and at elevated levels.

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

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Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy access to health, dental, disability, and life insurance, paid holidays and vacation, 401(k) matching, pension benefits, an employee discount program, and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.

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