Messer Americas · 12 hours ago
Senior Piping and Vessels Engineer
Messer Americas is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company, and they are seeking a Senior Piping and Vessels Engineer to provide technical expertise regarding plant static equipment. The role involves design, specification, fabrication, and oversight of process piping and pressure vessels for various projects.
ChemicalHealth CareIndustrialManufacturingOil and GasPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Individual contributor in the design, specification, selection, commissioning and troubleshooting of process piping and pressure vessel systems
Oversight of engineering contractor organizations that support Messer Americas projects, including review of designs, calculations, specifications, schedules and procedures
Oversight of equipment fabricator vendors:
Factory acceptance testing
Ability to follow project from the initial specification through design and manufacture, construction and installation, commissioning and resolution of field issues
Participation in HAZOPs and risk assessments as a technical contributor
Plan and implement QA/QC plans relating to piping and vessels
Interface with the proposals group to generate preliminary design and cost information for projects
Serve as technical resource for other departments within Messer Americas (such as plant operations) as needed for existing static equipment
Qualification
Required
Experience with industrial gases, cryogenic systems, air separation plants and chemical plants
Broad knowledge of static equipment such as storage vessels, heat exchangers, and process piping systems
Knowledge of the design and operation of cryogenic cold boxes, pre-purification systems, and cryogenic liquid bulk tanks is a plus
Knowledge of cutting, welding, brazing and related thermal processes used for piping and vessel fabrication as well as NDE techniques
Knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards such as ASME B31.3, ASME BPVC, CGA and participate in code conferences as a representative of Messer
Bachelor of Science/Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Metallurgical Engineering or related discipline
Minimum of 3-10 years relevant experience with process piping and/or pressure vessel engineering including design, fabrication, testing and commissioning
Preferred
A graduate degree is not required, but considered a plus
Professional Engineering (P.E.) license is a plus
Knowledge of relevant industry practices such as oxygen level cleaning, and safety best practices is a plus
API certifications are a plus
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or other NDE certifications are a plus
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short term disability
Life insurance
Paid time off
Long term disability
401(k) Plan
Bonus program
Company
Messer Americas
Messer Americas is one of the industrial gas companies, offers expertise in industrial, medical, specialty, and electronic gases.
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