Plant Engineer - Process & Project Leader

Linde; Freeport (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Linde is seeking a process engineering and project management professional to lead air separation and gas distribution systems. You will troubleshoot issues, train junior staff, and develop maintenance plans while managing costs and schedules for projects.

The role requires PMI-based thinking, leadership interface to customers, and a focus on safety, productivity, and process optimization. Domestic travel and on-call support are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master degree in engineering with 4+ years in process engineering and project management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across operational and technical teams
• Proficient with Microsoft products and JD Edwards
• Strong technical capability with PLCs, DCS, and SCADA systems
• Willingness to travel up to 5% and to climb ladders/work at heights
• Value safety-focused, customer-oriented culture and integrity in all interactions

Responsibilities

• Serve as process expert for air separation, trace gas measurement, and gas distribution systems; troubleshoot using root cause analysis
• Provide training to junior employees and guide technicians on complex tasks
• Develop comprehensive maintenance and project plans with cost and schedule management
• Apply PMI principles to daily tasks, develop tools, and present to stakeholders
• Monitor KPIs, product purity, inventory, and productivity improvements; lead safety initiatives
• Support domestic travel and on-call tasks as required

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Project management

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's or Master in Engineering

Tools

JD Edwards

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Job description

Linde is seeking a process engineering and project management professional to lead air separation and gas distribution systems. You will troubleshoot issues, train junior staff, and develop maintenance plans while managing costs and schedules for projects.

The role requires PMI-based thinking, leadership interface to customers, and a focus on safety, productivity, and process optimization. Domestic travel and on-call support are expected.