
Job Information
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. Sr Mechanical Specialist in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Reference #: JR-2025-15170 At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.
Reimagine What's Possible
Do you have a passion for safety, solving unique challenges, driving efficiency and operational excellence? Air Products seeks a Senior Mechanical Specialist - residence based who embodies a safety-first mentality, takes ownership for getting results and can complete daily operating and maintenance activities. If this sounds like you, come grow with us as we continue to build a sustainable tomorrow together!
Key Job Responsibilities:
Perform and/or supervise routine and breakdown inspection, repair, troubleshooting, modification, installation and commissioning of mechanical equipment such as centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, cryogenic pumps, gear drives, steam turbines, vessels, heat exchangers, reciprocating and centrifugal expanders in Air Products Operations facilities, joint ventures, subsidiaries, and third- party facilities.
Develop work scopes for equipment repair and overhaul. Prepare and provide technical reports. Enter information into CMMS system (SAP) to provide accurate documentation on equipment and information.
Provide the necessary technical leadership to continuously improve machinery condition and reliability.
Provide technical on-site and remote training and guidance to individual plant operating and maintenance personnel, facilitating their role as the primary equipment maintenance support.
Develop worn component refurbishment procedures and follow through on repairs and spare parts replacements based on Machinery Engineering recommendations.
Location and Travel:
Travel is primarily in the North subregion but could include some travel to other subregions. The selected candidate for this position is expected to respond to requirements on a 24-hour per day, 7-day per week basis. The position requires approximately 70%-75% travel away from home. This position is residence based. The successful candidate should reside within 1-hour of a major airport.
Qualifications/Requirements
Minimum 5 years direct experience in maintenance, start-up, and commissioning of industrial rotating machinery and plant equipment.
High School diploma
Practical knowledge of machinery overhauls and refurbishment.
Good organizational skills, the ability to work alone if necessary, and the ability to lead a crew.
Supervisory skills/experience.
Demonstrated safe work skills.
Fundamental computer skills.
Ability to work extended hours and willing to travel on short notice.
Must be able to work in an industrial environment which includes lifting and climbing.
Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces.
What's In It for You: At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees. Check out some of our benefits below! (benefits should be modified for Union positions)
Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (day 1 of employment)
401k with 100% vested company core and match
Paid Vacation, holidays + sick time
Paid Parental leave Backup Child and Adult Care benefit
Adoption assistance
Flexible spending accounts (medical, dependent daycare)
Life Insurance (AD&D- Paid for by Air Products), Supplemental AD&D
Legal Plan & Identity theft coverage
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Many more supplemental benefits available
We are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end s lutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visitAbout Air Products.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at talent@airproducts.com. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you'll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.
Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Air Products is also committed to Employment Equity (Canada). Individuals who may have an accommodation need related to applying for positions with Air Products in the U.S. and Canada, should contact Air Products at 1-800-966-2724, Option #1.