Are you a Ph.D. Chemical Engineer eager to tackle the world’s most pressing energy and environmental challenges? Air Products invites you to join our transformative Air Products Phd Career Development Program, a distinguished 50+ year legacy designed to cultivate future leaders in the industrial gas sector. This unique rotational program offers an unparalleled platform to reimagine what’s possible for your career, providing immediate business impact and fostering rapid professional growth.
The Air Products PhD Career Development Program is not just a job; it’s a launchpad. As a participant, you will embark on three distinct one-year rotations across diverse functions such as Research & Development, Engineering, and Plant Operations. This immersive experience will equip you with a holistic understanding of our business, allowing you to build an invaluable network spanning the entire company – connections that will propel your career trajectory from day one. Crucially, you’ll gain direct exposure to Air Products’ top technical leadership, many of whom are proud alumni of the very program you are about to join.
Image alt text: Air Products’ chemical engineers collaborating in a lab, showcasing teamwork and innovation in the PhD Career Development Program.
Are You the Ideal Candidate for Our PhD Career Development Program?
We are actively seeking highly motivated Ph.D. Chemical Engineers who possess a strong foundation in fundamental engineering principles and a versatile skillset encompassing experimental, computational, or theoretical approaches. Your expertise might lie in areas such as:
- Process Design and Analysis: Applying fundamental principles and data-driven methodologies to optimize industrial processes.
- Process Modeling, Simulation, and Optimization: Developing and utilizing advanced models for process improvement and efficiency.
- Transport Processes: Deep understanding of heat, mass, and momentum transfer in complex systems.
- Reaction and Combustion Engineering: Expertise in chemical kinetics, reactor design, and combustion technologies.
- Separation Technologies: Innovation in distillation, adsorption, membranes, and other separation methods.
- Data Sciences, Machine Learning, and AI: Leveraging data analytics and AI to enhance process efficiency and decision-making.
- Industrial Applications of Cryogenic Gases: Specialized knowledge in cryogenics and their industrial uses.
- Renewable Energy Technologies: Passion for sustainable energy solutions and relevant chemical engineering applications.
- Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer: Advanced knowledge in fluid dynamics and thermal management.
At Air Products, you will find a spectrum of stimulating opportunities, ranging from fundamental research to the development of groundbreaking processes and products. Our teams employ both theoretical and experimental methodologies in the creation of new products, process technologies, and application innovations. You will have the chance to conduct experimental investigations at various scales – from laboratory settings to pilot plants and even commercial facilities, both at Air Products locations and customer sites.
Image alt text: Pilot plant at Air Products demonstrating research and development in chemical engineering and industrial gas technologies.
Qualifications to Thrive in the PhD CDP:
- Education: B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field, currently pursuing or holding a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering.
- Ph.D. Completion Timeline: Completing or have completed Ph.D. studies and defense between May/June 2023, and no later than September 2025.
- Mobility: Ability to travel both domestically and internationally as required by project assignments.
- Location: Position based in US-PA-Allentown.
Ready to Apply?
To embark on this exciting career journey, please visit https://www.airproducts.com to submit your application.
Why Choose Air Products?
Air Products stands as the world’s foremost hydrogen producer, backed by over 80 years of expertise in industrial gases. We are pioneers in hydrogen and industrial gas solutions, committed to safe, end-to-end delivery and substantial investments in clean energy projects. Joining Air Products means contributing to a cleaner, more sustainable future while developing your career at a global leader.
We foster a workplace culture where safety is paramount, diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is deeply ingrained. Every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique talents. Learn more about our commitment to our employees and our values at About Air Products.
Air Products offers a comprehensive benefits package from your first day, including paid holidays, vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, and robust retirement plans with immediate vesting.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its organization. All qualified applicants 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.
For individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note this email is for accommodation requests only and general application inquiries should be directed through our Career Center.
