Applications Engineer

Twinsburg, OH (AES) - Management - ALTECAtlanta, GA (APG) - Bulk cryo logistics - ANC How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? As a member of the Airgas ALTEC Engineering Solutions Group, based in the Cleveland Ohio area, this individual will play a key role in the growth of Airgas' specialty gas, industrial, and bulk gas business through the design and installation of equipment systems supporting Airgas' portfolio of gas applications to the various industries we serve. With a focus on safety, efficiency and reliability, both internally and externally, this position will be focused on providing Airgas customers with support and development of complete process solutions, including gases, technology and equipment. The ideal candidate for this position will be interested in a career in Engineering with Airgas. As an Airgas Associate we will give you the training and tools needed to get you up to speed quickly and then apply your own style to meeting your business objectives., * Proactive technical sales support and business development to Airgas' 16 Regional Companies sales groups using individual's process knowledge, industry experience and applications background.

• Work with local sales teams to find leads through business development techniques and prepare and present technical and value-based proposals to Airgas prospects/customers.
• Individual will be involved in all aspects of customer relationship from initial contact, customer/prospect problem identification, applications/equipment selection, data analysis, equipment/system development and proposal, equipment specification/manufacturing, start-up and long term customer support and application marketing.
• New product/application identification and development.
• Interface internally with regional account managers, bulk gas specialists, equipment engineers and marketing and externally with customers and equipment vendors.
• Familiar with a wide variety of standard concepts, practices and procedures within industry and related applications. Extensive knowledge of gas properties and thermodynamics
• Relies on extensive experience and judgment to accomplish goals.
• Creates training material and conducts training sessions for internal and external customers
• Wide degree of creativity and latitude based on experience.
• May assist in development, oversight and training of Equipment Engineers and Applications Engineers
• Reports to Director - Chemicals, Environment, & Technical Solutions, part of the ALTEC Engineered Solutions team.

• Bachelor in Chemical Engineering
• 3-10 years of applications engineering or direct industry experience
• Capable of domestic travel up to approximately 50% (including overnight as required)
• Willing and able to work weekends and/or holidays as needed to meet project schedules, equipment commissioning and follow-up customer support.

• Salary Range: $105-130k
• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment, We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through 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 (EAP), 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.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world., Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose., 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.