Senior Machinery Engineer
Messer NA

Job Summary:

• Rotating machinery (compressors, turbines, etc) and mechanical systems (refrigeration units, cooling towers, etc) are at the core of the plants Messer designs and operates.
• This position drives all phases of machinery implementation in Messer. Estimating, specification, design, selection, inspection, review, testing, construction, commissioning, trouble shooting, repair, maintenance, and hand over.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world's largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people-at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Responsible for execution and support of rotating machinery and auxiliary systems (lube oil systems, heat exchangers, filtration equipment, silencers, etc.). Air, nitrogen oxygen, Natural Gas and Hydrogen are most typical compression services. Responsibilities with other equipment includes pumping services with cryogenic liquids and high-pressure Boiler Feed Water.
• The engineer is expected to communicate and support project engineers & managers / owner's engineers and suppliers on a regional basis in the specifics of machinery project execution. This includes:
  • Ability to select and specify mechanical equipment.
  • Provide detailed drawing review and feedback to equipment OEM's
  • Critical supplier design audits of major machinery to develop a full understanding of risks associated with machinery designs.
• Ability to follow project from specification process, through design and manufacture, construction and installation, commissioning, and resolution of field issues.
• Develop, plan, and implement QA/QC plans related to testing of machinery.
• Ability to bring knowledge and experience from plant operating environment to improve best practices.
• Support Operations with significant operational issues of equipment and provide expert assistance in plant commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Support Operations on emergent rotating equipment issues and catastrophic failures. Sufficient experience is necessary to work independently without support of OEM's.
• Support and execute projects in multiple geographies as the business requires.
• Interface as needed with Production and Reliability teams
• Participate in P&ID and HAZOP reviews.
• Prepare and implement construction packages, QA/QC certification and commissioning.

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated exceptional operational safety leadership.
• Broad knowledge of centrifugal, reciprocating, and other compression equipment
• Knowledgeable and experienced working with installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of compressors, pumps, fans, turbines, blowers, gearboxes, and their auxiliary systems.
• Knowledge of machinery controls and protection systems
• Functional Skills:
  • Applicable modeling software
  • Machinery design and aerodynamics
  • Written communication.
• Managerial Skills:
  • Oversee contractors in the field.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Ability to operate independently in the field.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent)
• 5 to 7 years' experience in machinery development/design/fabrication/operation with at least 5 years in an operational or engineering environment
• Experience with Industrial Gases or petrochemical projects is a plus
• Ability to travel. Up to 40% field time

About Messer:

Messer's safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization - the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.

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