UIG VSA/ASU Technical Manager - Kingman AZ at Nucor Corporation in Kingman, Arizona

Job Description:

Job Details



Division: Universal Industrial Gases, LLC



Location: Kingman, AZ, United States


Other Available Locations: Arizona





Basic Job Functions:


Universal Industrial Gases, Inc. (UIG) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Nucor and a well-established, global engineer, constructor, supplier and operator of air separation plants and related equipment and services, based in Bethlehem, PA. UIG owns and operates production plants across the USA which supply both Nucor steel sites and third-party clients 24/7 with tonnage quantities of oxygen, nitrogen, and argon as well as exporting liquid cryogenic products by road tanker.


UIG is currently seeking an Air Separation Plant Technical manager for our new Nucor/Kingman AZ VPSA (vacuum pressure swing absorber) facility located in Kingman AZ. Additionally, there will be a need to travel occasionally to other UIG production facilities, including the UIG VSA site in Lexington NC and other ASU's in the US mid-west and southeast.


This is a challenging and rewarding position that requires an employee to be proficient in air separation plant technology and have knowledge / aptitude in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and process operation controls and equipment. The technical manager must be self-motivated and demonstrate initiative in resolving issues, planning, completing required maintenance, and managing site operations. The technical manager must be on call and able to respond as needed. Occasionally, overnight travel will be required for training and/or plant support activities. Relocation assistance is available.

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.




Minimum Qualifications:

High School Degree required.

5 years Industrial gas experience operating and/or maintaining an industrial VSA and/or ASU.

Experience with Mechanical and Electrical Instrumentation - Candidate should understand electrical principals in practical situations involving the operation and repair of complex electrical devices typically found on air separation plants and should possess good skills in mechanical system maintenance including implementation and ongoing review of maintenance programs and asset management tools.

Lives within the Kingman AZ metro area.

Has no issue with occasional flights to the east cost for facility visits and occasional meetings.

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace


Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.




Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical field preferred
• Experience in the use and maintenance of the tools and equipment necessary for repairing and replacing mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment.
• Experience in standard automation software, control system programming, and human machine interface (HMI).
• Experience working independently to troubleshoot, diagnose & solve issues with process and plant equipment; and to develop and rapidly implement corrective actions.
• Experience training teammates on plant operations, quality control procedures and the proper techniques of instrument calibration and maintenance.
• Experience in water treatment technology and the principles of industrial refrigeration systems.

Our Commitment to a Drug-Free Workplace


Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screening, which includes both urine and hair follicle testing.



Nucor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vets - and a drug - free workplace




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