As an Operations Process Engineer with Linde Gas US, you will deliver process optimization and technical support for multiple air separation unit facilities in the US West region, collaborating onsite in Tacoma, WA. The role centers on driving productivity, optimizing daily operations, solving operational challenges, and maintaining strict process safety compliance. You will translate data into actionable improvements while supporting plant turnarounds, startups, and ongoing reliability initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Works with assigned ASU facilities to ensure site documentation is in compliance with process safety standards and policies.
- Monitors ASU operational data on a daily basis to ensure optimal operation.
- Validates operational data for monthly KPI reporting.
- Provides engineering assistance for plant turnarounds and/or plant thaws.
- May participate in Root Cause Analysis problem resolution sessions.
- Identifies and implements productivity improvement projects.
- Provides benefits analysis evaluation for various cost reduction and other productivity improvement projects.
- Provides remote or on-site support to operational facilities in distress.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering or equivalent with 5+ years of experience in the ASU industry
- Experience using process simulation software is a plus
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Intermediate level PC usage skills (spreadsheets and data analysis software)
- Proven air separation plant operation experience or new plant start-up experience
- Ability to work with multiple customers both internal and external
- Proven track record of taking ownership and providing a high level of customer service
- Ability to travel up to 25% within the U.S. and required to provide weekend and evening support as needed
Technologies
- process models
- process simulation software
- spreadsheets
- data analysis software
- statistical analysis tools
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Reporting Relationships
Reports to an Engineering Manager or Team Leader, with likely no direct reports.
About Linde
Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.
Culture
At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.
Location: Tacoma, WA onsite. Salary: $106,575.00 to $156,310.00 per year, commensurate with experience. Travel up to 25% is required.
