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Mechanical Design Engineer

Airgas, Inc.
parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Connecticut, Cheshire
May 22, 2026
R10092196 Mechanical Design Engineer (Open)

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Cheshire, CT (ATS) - Management How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. Airgas is Hiring for a Mechanical Design Engineer in Cheshire, CT!

We are looking for you !

  • $80-100K annual

  • In-Office position

  • This role does not offer sponsorship opportunities now or in the future. Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States.

  • Comprehensive Family Benefits: Airgas offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

  • Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.

  • Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.

  • Early Access: Your benefits start after just 30 days of employment.

Recruiter: Roseanne Khachikyan / Roseanne.Khachikyan@airliquide.com / 424-318-0169

The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for 2D and 3D drafting, updating existing prototypes, designing new prototypes, and creating Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs). The work focuses on automated high-pressure gas and liquid systems.

  • Utilize Solidworks and AutoCAD to create 2D and 3D drawings for automated, high-pressure gas and liquid systems, comprising cylinders, compressors, valves, manifolds, instrumentation, etc.

  • Prepare P&IDs, CAD models, detailed assemblies, parts, and drawings that meet project and code requirements.

  • Work as part of multi-disciplinary teams to design, test, and document integrated industrial automation and control systems from conceptualization through commercialization.

  • Translate customer requirements and functional needs into technical solutions through brainstorming and feasibility studies.

  • Design prototypes, test stands, and / or pilot plants as needed to facilitate Stage-Gate process.

  • Create Bills of Materials (BOM), assembly instructions, and technical manuals.

  • Provides technical assistance to manufacturing during system integration.

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Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering.

  • 2-5 years of mechanical design experience. Equivalent combination of education, academic projects, and hands on experience will be considered.

  • Creating CAD models and manufacturing drawings and P&IDs

  • Demonstrated hands-on and theoretical expertise in high pressure gas and liquid systems, liquid systems, comprising cylinders, compressors, valves, manifolds, instrumentation.

  • Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering

  • Experience with PDM systems.

  • Licensed Professional Engineer

  • Knowledge of mechanical codes and standards such as ASME B31.3, NFPA 55, NFPA 1, ANSI, API, etc. Knowledge of ASTM G93 and ASTM G94

  • Experience with robotics

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Benefits

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees.

Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees' dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Associates who are members of collective bargaining units should review their bargaining agreement to determine whether they are eligible for some or all of the benefits described here and to see any special terms or conditions for eligibility.

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Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

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About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions.

Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients.

Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you'll find a welcoming workplace where you're valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career - whatever path you choose.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com.

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