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Lead Systems Engineer- PE

Messer Americas
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/26/2025
Job Summary

An engineering position responsible for system integration activities in support of proposals and projects. The ideal candidate is an expert in translating design information into Piping & Instrument Diagrams, equipment/piping/instrumentation/safety valve specifications, Plot Plan development, and general systems integration. Projects typically consist of green-field installations, plant relocations, plant capacity and efficiency upgrades. The systems engineer will support projects valued from $5MM to $120MM for green-field installations, plant relocations, plant capacity and efficiency upgrades.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead integration related activities in support of proposals and projects including but not limited to
    • Interpreting Chemical process simulations of air separation plants and other systems for downstream equipment development.
    • Develop process specifications for process equipment (compressors, pumps, heat exchangers, distillation columns, separators, reactors, etc.).
    • Developing Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P & IDs)
    • Develop process conditions for control valves and safety valves (including alternative scenarios for safety valve sizing).
    • Develop alarm and trip setpoint lists.
    • Coordinating HAZOPS and resolution of HAZOP actions (Project Specific)
    • Participate in plant mechanical checkouts and developing/issuing as-built P&IDs to reflect all site modifications during commissioning. (as required, up to 30% in the field).
  • Support proposals/projects by soliciting equipment bids as needed.

Required Skills

  • Expert in process plant documentation development (P&IDs, equipment bid packages, line lists, instrument lists, etc).
  • Proficiency in HAZOP activities.

Basic Qualifications

  • BS or higher degree in Chemical Engineering
  • 10 - 15 years of experience in P&ID development, chemical systems engineering or related field.

About Messer

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030. 

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