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Commissioning/Startup Instrument Technician-2

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Houston
Feb 09, 2026

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

The Instrument/Controls Technician working for the Engineering Manager and closely with the Commissioning team, Operations, and Technical Management is responsible for coordinating, organizing, and executing of mechanical activities for the pre commissioning, commissioning, and startup for new and refurbished facilities, with the aim of ensuring the systems are installed and properly commissioned ensuring plant reliability and availability is maintained per design, in line with business needs for facilities which range across multiple technologies such as Steam Methane reformer (HYCO), Partial Oxidation (POX), Ammonia, H2 Electrolysis, and CO2, along with ancillary equipment to support the facility.

The Instrument & Controls Technician is responsible for providing pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup support, maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient preparation for the operation of the Instrument & Controls systems in the facility as well as accomplishing preventative and corrective maintenance activities for all site low voltage Instrument & Controls equipment as required during the commissioning and startup phase of the project. The position will work closely with internal and external resources and ensure the scope of work is completed safely and optimally.

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!

  • 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 (Up to 8 weeks for both parents)
  • 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
Required Skills / Abilities:
  • Must have experience in commissioning and startup support, project work, plant operations and maintenance efforts Proficiency in English speaking and writing Knowledge and understanding of local environmental and health and safety requirements Knowledge of vendor contracts and knowledge of shop support in the region is desirable
Accountabilities:
  • Provide & maintain a safe work environment. Demonstrate leadership with all company &
  • Implement hands on Instrument & Controls commissioning and startup related activities for solving, maintenance, repair, and test activities.
  • Provide Instrument & Controls support during the commissioning of the plants. Maintain accurate document control and supervise quality assurance initiatives to maintain the history going forward.
  • Provide Instrument & Controls commissioning and startup leadership to ensure safety, reliability and maintainability of the Instrument & Controls equipment
  • Responsible for executing Critical Safety Circuit (CSS) validations for the units being commissioned.
  • Implement the Inspection Test Report work process (ITR's) using a 'completions' tool to track punch items and progress
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • A 2-year diploma in Instrument & Controls Engineering or a trade or technical degree in the related field.
  • 5-10 years' minimum hands-on Instrument & Controls technician experience in gas, petrochemical, or related industries in. HYCO (SMR and POX),Ammonia and CO2 facility commissioning a plus Shown technical and practical problem-solving skills with a good business sense in the maintenance field Shown leadership, interpersonal and collaboration skills, and decision-making skills with the ability to communicate clearly and efficiently Strong oral and written skills with the ability to communicate commissioning activities to the Commissioning management team daily Knowledge of computer-based applications (Microsoft Office) and a shown understanding of Completions / Turnover package systems a plus Ability to read single line drawings, P&IDs, ladder logic, wiring schematics, and other user documentation. Hands-on knowledge of the construction and commissioning tools, including but not limited to the following:
  • Process plant instrumentation of various types (e.g. pressure, temperature, flow, level, vibration measurement and transmission systems)
  • Effectively use typical test and calibration equipment, including pneumatic calibrators, RTD calibrators, mA calibrators, T/C calibrators, digital and analog multi-meters, meggers, and laptops for equipment communication
  • Control systems such as DCS and PLCs (Siemens experience a plus)
  • Analyzers of various types (Teledyne, ABB GC's, Servomex, ABB (H&B))
  • Control and switch valves with associated actuating systems
  • Fabrication, wiring and hook up experience of Instrumentation and Instrument & Controls equipment
  • Solve and repair 480 - 13.8 KV 3 phase motor controls and 120 VAC control circuits.
  • Large and small synchronous and induction motors
  • Field Application Panels for synchronous motors
  • High voltage and low voltage relays
  • Transformers
  • Gas circuit breakers
  • Solenoids
  • Limit & Proximity Switches
  • Experience with inspection repair, installation trouble shooting, and modification of induction & synchronous motors
  • Experience with transformers, high and low voltage switch gear, protective relays, generators, and distribution systems
  • Knowledgeable in IT infrastructure and able to address and communicate level 1 and level 2 issues

Join Air Products, where we proudly value the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans provide. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the outstanding strengths and experiences that veterans give, and we develop a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

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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 solutions, 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.

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