SMR & Demin Site Supervisor

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Reimagine What's Possible

The SMR Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient supply of hydrogen and demineralized (Demin) water to the Texas City facility. This includes coordinating the operation of a 175 MMSCFD Steam Methane Reformer (SMR), a 445 GPM Demin system, management of the natural gas supply, and coordination of pipeline hydrogen delivery. The role requires close interaction with the Air Products Customer Service Center to support operational alignment and customer requirements.

Facility Overview

The Texas City site is a greenfield development supporting what will become the world's largest single-train ammonia plant, representing a significant expansion of Air Products' Gulf Coast operations into a new geographic area.

The facility includes:

* Air Products' largest SMR with a capacity of 175 MMSCFD hydrogen production

* A 100,000 Nm³/hr Nitrogen Air Separation Unit (ASU)

* A 3,600 TPD (tons per day) ammonia plant and associated pipelines

* 60 MW steam turbine power generation

* Extensive utility systems

The facility is connected to the Air Products Gulf Coast Hydrogen Pipeline network and relies on external suppliers for natural gas, water, and power.

The ammonia plant is owned by Gulf Coast Ammonia and operates under separate environmental permits, but is operated by Air Products as part of the fully coordinated site.

Leadership & Collaboration

This role works with the SOG Asset Superintendent and leads a team of 8-10 employees. The SMR Supervisor collaborates closely with:

* Air Products Customer Service Center Manager

* Regional Technical Resources teams

to ensure the continuous and reliable supply of hydrogen to both the Gulf Coast Ammonia facility and the Air Products pipeline system.

Operations Management

* Direct and coordinate 24/7 operation of SMR and Demin systems

* Ensure consistent delivery of hydrogen and high-purity demin water

* Maintain process reliability and operational stability

Safety & Environmental Compliance (EH&S)

* Lead Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) performance for SMR and Demin units

* Ensure compliance with SMR air permits and all regulatory requirements

* Promote a strong safety culture protecting personnel, assets, and the surrounding community

During emergencies, the Supervisor must respond crucially to plan, organize, and implement corrective actions.

Team Leadership & Operational Field

* Lead and develop the SMR operations team

* Ensure strict procedural alignment and operating field

* Implement and maintain systems using Air Products Management Systems as the foundation

Performance & Cost Management

* Improve SMR asset utilization and uptime

* Minimize operating costs while maintaining safety and quality

* Drive process improvements and supervise performance metrics

What's In It for You:

At Air Products we develop a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and phenomenal benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below!

* Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)

* 401k with 100% vested company core and match

* Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time

* Paid Parental leave (Up to 8 weeks)

* Backup Child and Adult Care benefit

* Adoption assistance

* Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)

* Life Insurance (AD&D
- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D

* Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage

* EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

* Many more supplemental benefits available

Nature and Scope:

* The Gulf Coast Ammonia Facility represents Air Products the first facility with a combined SOG-SOE scope that is wrapped together to a single operating asset and the first large plant built under PDO HPO systems. It is the world's largest single train Ammonia Plant and will be Air Products first Ammonia Plant operation in 25 years. The onsite SMR will be Air Products largest SMR built to date within the Air Products fleet.

* In addition to leading the Texas City SMR and Demin Unit, the SMR Supervisor is responsible for the continued alignment of the SMR operation with the North American HYCO fleet. Accountabilities will include identification of applicable SMR Best Practices and working with Op-Ex SMR support team.

Accountabilities:

* The preferred candidate should have an engineering degree or equivalent experience or equivalent.

* Minimum 5 years manufacturing experience in a refinery, chemical plant with unit operations responsibility.

* Demonstrated experience in the development of systems, tools and processes.

* Experience with a facility start-up situation preferred.

* Strong social skills and…