Zone Engineer Production

AIRGAS INC AND SUBSIDIARIES; Independence Township (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Airgas is seeking a Zone Engineer Production to supervise unit operations at Independence, OH. You will organize plant activity, interface with Industrial/Maintenance, SIO Center, and Business Development teams, and drive safe, reliable production.

The role involves defining and executing capital projects, optimizing processes for cost and efficiency, and providing technical support across plant operations and DCS systems. Strong engineering background and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
• 2 years of operational or engineering experience.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: supports safety, environmental procedures and reporting.
• Project Management & Engineering Design: define, design, and implement capital projects; ensure alignment and cost justification.
• Process Optimization & Efficiency: propose process changes to save costs and improve production; test and validate equipment.
• Technical & Operational Support: provide technical support and on-call assistance; support DCS operations.

Skills

Project management

Engineering problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)

Job description

Zone Engineer Production (Open)

Location: Independence, OH – Rockside Woods Blvd – Management – AMG‑Corp

Join our dynamic team at Airgas. As a Zone Engineer Production, you will supervise the operations of the unit, organize plant activity/workflow, and interface with other teams (Industrial/Maintenance, SIO Center, Business Developer, etc.).

Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Supports and complies with all safety, health, and environmental procedures directed by local and corporate personnel and safety departments.
• Supports and complies with all process safety management and risk management plan practices.
• Supports operation permit reporting and monitoring requirements, in compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
• Supports all personnel policies directed by local and corporate personnel.

Project Management & Engineering Design

• Define, design, specify, steward costs, and implement projects generated by a technical problem or unique plant requirement to improve safety, reliability, or efficiency.
• Design plant processes consisting of instruments, controls, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal, hydraulic, or heat transfer systems, utilizing and applying knowledge of engineering principles.
• Guide, coordinate, and facilitate collaborative alignment for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering projects within the area of assigned responsibility.
• Develop economic cost justification for capital improvements.

Process Optimization & Efficiency

• Recommend changes in process to achieve the greatest economy in production methods and material cost.
• Evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to resolve malfunctions and support smooth operations.
• Set up and conduct tests of complete units under operational conditions and analyze test results relative to design specifications; refine or adjust equipment to align with safety and quality standards.
• Partner to plan utilization of production facilities to improve operational efficiency.

Technical & Operational Support

• Provide technical support for plant production and maintenance as required; offer on‑call assistance to plant personnel.
• Support plant DCS (Distributed Control System).

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred).
• 2 years of operational or engineering experience.

Preferred

• Solution‑oriented with excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to gain technical knowledge in operation and maintenance of Air Separation, CO, VSA and Onsite N2/O2 Plants.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of personnel.
• Capability to perform under stress and time constraints.
• Comfortable in both corporate and field environments.
• Problem‑solving ability to define, design, specify, control costs and implement projects generated by a technical problem or unique customer or field production requirement.
• Demonstrated personal integrity and transparency.
• Ability to make sound judgment, timely decisions, manage multiple tasks and prioritize/delegate work effectively.
• Effective communication with project stakeholders; fluent in English (written and spoken).
• Ability to write routine business reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and/or customers.

Benefits

Airgas offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans; short‑term and long‑term disability; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; Employee Assistance Program; pre‑tax commuter transportation benefit; parental leave; vacation, sick time, floating holidays; jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave; and paid holidays for all eligible full‑time employees. Eligible employees also receive a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Airgas is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company, is a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals. If you need an accommodation, please contact us by e‑mail at [e-mail].