Air Products · 3 hours ago
Process Controls Engineer
St Louis, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expAir Products is a leading industrial gas company focused on energy and environmental sustainability challenges. The Process Controls Engineer will design and develop control systems for the membrane production process, manage documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and safety.
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Responsibilities
Deliver comprehensive life cycle assistance for control systems within our manufacturing sector, encompassing operational needs, programming aid, commissioning, and continuous hardware and software upkeep. This entails the design, programming, in-house startup, commissioning, documentation, testing, version control and validation of control systems in accordance with our change management procedures
Take an active role in leading various aspects of projects related to Control Systems. Create and implement innovative process control solutions to address ongoing issues. Engage actively in the planning, identification, and development of long-term capital programs, particularly focusing on control system upgrades and capital forecasting
Serve as a primary leader in process sustainability by collaborating with Operations and other support teams to minimize scrap and waste, identify inefficiencies for improvement, and enhance production efforts through enhanced process monitoring, data collection and automation
Offer support for all integration equipment and services, while also aiding in the development of new technologies or advancements in existing equipment. Act as a key contributor on projects, serving as a technical lead and providing necessary technical guidance to others
Exhibit a high degree of technical self-sufficiency, outstanding project management abilities, and leadership in the creation of control systems applications and safety protocols. Operate autonomously and make informed decisions with minimal guidance, considering feasibility, expenses, and additional advantages. Oversee and carry out engineering projects of moderate complexity with little oversight
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, controls systems, or automation, with at least 7-10+ years of experience working in manufacturing facilities
PLC programming in Ladder (LD), Functional Block (FBD) & Structured Text (ST); creating from scratch such as Emerson PACSystems PLC family most helpful. Other brands (Legacy GE/Emerson, Siemens, Omron, Modicon, etc.) helpful. Safety programming in the PLC is a plus
HMI/OIT programming such as Aveva (Wonderware) System Platform and InTouch, other Object-Oriented Packages a plus
Device Communication software/protocols such as Kepware, Modbus, ProfiNet, etc
Strong understanding of Cyber Security best practices
Knowledge of Control Circuit Theory and Design as well as Instrumentation Signals Used in Controls Applications
Knowledge of 480V building power distribution systems and circuit sizing would be a plus
Knowledge of medium voltage systems would be a plus
Heavy motion controls and Servo Controls experience – Yaskawa Servos with Motionworks programming software would be a plus
Knowledge of SQL database integration with HMI's would be a plus
Basic knowledge of device networks, Layer 2 switches, TCP/IP, Subnetting, and VLAN technology
Certification/Knowledge: Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Quality, NEC, Auditing all a plus
Conducting in-house IO and panel testing, setup, troubleshooting, and creating drawings. This encompasses IO check-out and testing motor direction (including reversal). Setting up VFDs and managing communications (Yaskawa, ABB, Mitsubishi, etc.), with a focus on ABB
Proficient in reading and marking up electrical panel and network drawings, as well as updating or creating electrical schematics. This includes PLC-PLC, PLC-IO, PLC-VFD, and other communication protocols. CAD experience in Draftsight or equivalent would be a plus. Skills in panel and wiring troubleshooting are advantageous
Demonstrated experience in supporting Manufacturing Facilities on a daily basis. This role involves collaborating across departments and effectively communicating outcomes to leadership and management. Candidates should have proven troubleshooting abilities, a logical and systematic approach to problem-solving, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills
Exceptional project management skills, managing project timelines, working closely with machine builders and contractors, and integrating chemical equipment into the facility. Proficient in designing and implementing a variety of customized high-speed automated systems, especially in manufacturing and assembly sectors
Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with a keen attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This individual must be adept at collaborating within a team setting with shared responsibilities
Benefits
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 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
Company
Air Products
Air Products (NYSE:APD) is a leading industrial gases company serving >250,000 customers across 50 countries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.5B2024-02-09Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Eduardo Menezes
Chief Executive Officer
Brian Galovich
Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2026-02-02
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