Process Control Specialist

Full 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.

We are seeking a Process Controls Specialist within our Process Control team located at Allentown, PA. This position requires up to 30% domestic/global travel.

• Managing, setup, and maintenance of computer labs and storage areas for the Process Controls team.
• Installation, configuration, and testing of Process Controls system software and hardware.
• Supporting and participating in Process Control Panel FAT.
• Performing electrical testing, diagnosing and fixing low‑voltage wiring and circuits.
• Use of tools including multimeter, amp meter, 4‑20mA simulator, RTDs and other test equipment.
• Managing tools and test equipment (hardware and software).
• Managing supplies and inventory of DCS components and related equipment.
• Participating in site acceptance testing, managing loop checks and other activities during plant commissioning.
• Supporting procurement, shipping and receiving of DCS equipment.
• Other activities may include participating in developing process controls documentation and deliverables.
• Participating in SIL assessments.
• Participating in control system specification, design, programming, testing, and startup.
• Participating in or supporting projects.

• An associate degree in Information Sciences & Technology, Electro‑Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Process Controls, or equivalent qualification or experience.
• Must demonstrate technical competence, leadership skills and effective communication.
• Must be a strong teammate willing to accept responsibility and learn new technical skills.
• Must work safely and comply with all Air Products policies and procedures.
• Must possess good problem‑solving abilities, ambition and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work well within a multidisciplinary design team across multiple geographies and liaise directly with suppliers.
• Understanding of electrical schematics.
• Capable of diagnosing and fixing low‑voltage wiring.

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.

Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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