Fleet Engineering Supervisor

Job Summary

- Provide world class fleet engineering support in order to maintain a high performing fleet management program

- Drive continuous improvement in processes & equipment with special emphasis to safety, reliability, & efficiency

- Manage Fleet Management of Change (MOC) process & compliance

- Manage railcar fleet; to include specifications, improvements, repairs and maintenance

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.

Principle Responsibilities:

- Manage all Fleet Engineering projects across our organization

- Manage/Coach/Mentor Fleet Project Engineer to potentially be your successor

- Provide engineering & technical support for transport equipment as it relates to design, modifications and repairs.

- Provide engineering & technical support for development of standards & procedures as it relates to the maintenance and operation of transport equipment by technicians, drivers, & outside suppliers/vendors.

- Provide technical & engineering support to external and internal repair/maintenance shops

- Support & develop training requirements for Messer personnel on transport equipment

- Provide engineering support for code repair program at internal Messer rehab shop(s)

- Audit fleet vendors for quality standards & performance

- Act as Messer representative on related industry organization sub-committees, i.e. CGA, AAR, ASME

- Provide emergency response support 24/7 for Messer transport operations

- Participate as an active member of the Region Americas team, providing innovation, best practice, and working collaboratively to support world class achievement across the Region.

Required Skills:

- Advanced knowledge of transportation equipment, & on/off loading systems

- Experience in coordinating multiple projects associated with process improvement programs and fleet wide equipment upgrades

- Ability to gather, analyze & report data in order to develop improvement strategies

- Ability to decipher forensic evidence to determine component failure.

- Working knowledge of six sigma and lean (green belt certification)

- Ability to remain current on transport regulations

- Ability to gather, analyze & report data in order to develop improvement strategies

- Time management skills to be able to manage multiple projects

- Experience with US DOT and Transport Canada regulations including those specific to industrial gas & railroad transportation

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, CAD/Three Dimensional Drawings, SAP

- Superior organizational skills

Basic Qualifications:

- Bachelors Degree in Engineering

- 10+ years industry experience in engineering with 5 years minimum in a leadership role

Preferred Qualifications:

- Professional Engineer License preferred

- Cryogenic equipment knowledge preferred

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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