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Location

Hattingen | Germany

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Job Description and Qualifications

Air Products is a world leading industrial gas company providing all sort of gases used in daily life. The Energy transition and Sustainability are key elements of our strategy. We manage projects in carbon capture and operate the world’s largest gasification projects. We invest in the production and distribution of green- and blue hydrogen and are developing a Hydrogen for mobility infrastructure by building and operating Hydrogen fuel stations.  

With our 23,000 employees globally, we reimagine what’s possible. Our higher purpose is to bring people together to collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental challenges. We do this by putting safety first, making sure we all belong and matter having a diverse and inclusive environment and building tomorrow together. 

We are looking for talented Mechanical Field Engineers based in Hattingen, Germany or Strasbourg, France). You will carry out field activities, such as the repair, modification and refurbishment of mechanical equipment, mainly compressors, pumps, gearboxes, pressure systems, compressor valves, compandors and expanders, etc, at various different European operational facilities.

As the Mechanical Field Engineer, you will:

• Demonstrate acceptance of the Air products BSP safety culture and ensure that safety standards are suitably adhered to. Taking responsibility for reporting near misses and APTs as a preventive measure is an example of this.
• Investigate equipment failures, determine root cause of failure, and recommend appropriate solutions to reduce recurrence of/or eliminate cause of failure.
• Provide hands on and supervision support as required to resolve mechanical equipment field problems as they occur.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and periodic review of preventative/predictive maintenance programs to reduce unplanned shutdowns and improve overall plant on stream capability.
• Keep abreast of and evaluate new methodologies, work practices, equipment, machinery, technology, etc., for application and use within the plant and participate in the planning and execution of minor and major shutdowns. Provide technical and hands on support as required during shutdowns.
• Maintain an error free execution, paying very close attention to details and executes work to the highest possible standard. Apply a “Continuous Improvement” philosophy to daily work.
• Ensure all repair and overhaul work is carried out fully and effectively, within budget. You will carry out equipment’s modification requests to central design specifications, making sure that prior to executing the work, an MOC has previously been approved.
• Be available out of hours in the event of both mechanical breakdowns and pre-planned activities, that imply the need to work out of normal business hours. Be flexible to support in the event of both mechanical breakdowns and pre-planned activities at a location anywhere across Europe.
• Develop specialized skills in the maintenance of cryogenic expanders, pumps and compressor valves.

To be successful, you will have:

• A formal Mechanical qualification or apprenticeship
• Experience with reciprocating and rotating machine maintenance.
• Familiarity with precision measuring equipment, materials of machinery, lifting and rigging, schematics and layout drawings and understand maintenance manuals.
• A full driving license and passport are also required.
• The ability to communicate in English, both the spoken and written word. Based on the location, profiency in the German or French language would be a real asset.

What’s in it for you 
As a strong global business, Air Products affords employees the opportunity and freedom to move between roles, countries, and specialisms to find the right career path for them. 

We offer: 

• Flexibility - we understand everyone has commitments outside of work and offer flexible work arrangements to help you manage all those commitments. Depending on your job or location, several options are available. 

• Learning and development opportunities – providing resources and tools to help you realize your full potential. 

• A competitive salary – that recognizes the experience, skills, and abilities you bring to the company. 

• A committed approach to sustainability – giving you peace of mind that you are working for a business that cares deeply about the environment and has set related performance goals. 

• A positive experience – from recruitment to onboarding, development, and retirement. You will know you belong and matter at every stage. 

At Air Products, we work in an environment where diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. Come and grow with us! 
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