LEAD PROJECT ENGINEER in Allentown, Pennsylvania For Sale

Req No. xxxxBR Job Title LEAD PROJECT ENGINEER Employment Status Full Time Employment Type Exempt Country United States Location US-PA-Allentown Organization US - Global Engineering Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a LEAD PROJECT ENGINEER at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The project engineer is responsible for the overall execution of large capital projects supporting the Hydrogen, Helium, Electronics, Energy or Cryogenic Systems businesses at Air Products. The Project Engineer is responsible for all project execution activities including overall cost, schedule, and plant performance for the assigned project(s). The typical scope includes engineering, design, equipment procurement, construction procurement, construction management, plant commissioning and start-up, environmental permitting. The role also includes responsibility for project aspects of estimating work and support of product development as assigned and requires significant direct interface with Air Products' customer during project development and throughout project execution. Qualifications: -BS in Engineering or equivalent work experience -5+ years of capital project management experience, required -Construction and/or turnkey project experience preferred. Must demonstrate and/or have the capability to develop Leadership Competencies including: -Building and achieves success through teams. -Ability to analyze issues and exercise sound judgment in the coordination and direction of the individuals that comprise the project team. -Understanding of strategic issues. -Having a management style which fosters trust and open communication. -Ability to distinguish between the needs and desires of the customer and deal forthright but firmly with the customer as required to resolve scope issues that may arise. -Provide leadership to the Project Team by demonstrating personal responsibility, accountability, and work commitment. -Be capable of leading a team which will include, in addition to the core Air Products project team, other Air Products corporate functions (Energy, Real Estate, Accounting, Purchasing, Law, Tax, Public Affairs, etc.), an outside A&E , potentially the customers' project team, contractors, equipment vendors, etc. -Frequent travel to A&E offices, construction/plant site and global locations required (20% typical). Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in xxxx, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. In fiscal xxxx, Air Products had revenues of $10.1 billion, operations in over 40 countries, and 18,900 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com. To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Search job openings from the left navigation bar. You can apply specifically to Job Req #xxxxBR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted. Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters. Type of Relocation Benefits Provided None