Air Separation Unit (ASU) Commissioning Manager (Per ...

On-Board Engineering is seeking ir Separation Unit (ASU) Commissioning Manager in Apple Grove, WV! Subject Line: Position Title and State you are Located For immediate consideration please send your resume to Position Details: Start Date: ASAP Position Type: 1099 Job Location: Apple Grove, WV with additional locations to follow (plus per diem if not local) Schedule: 5 - 10 Hour days is typical schedule Compensation: $100 - $130/hr depending upon experience and qualifications Performance Bonus Potential Drug and background screenings required Position overview Lead and execute startup and commissioning activities for two 780 TPD ASUs, one located in Apple Grove, WV and the other in Yamato, AR. Initial construction is 99% complete at both sites; one plant is ready for startup now, with the second awaiting permanent power. Each plant startup is expected to take approximately 3-4 months, with the intent to complete startup at one site and then transition to the other. Additional opportunities may include tuning and optimization of recently commissioned ASUs, depending on experience and interest. Key responsibilities Serve as the lead startup engineer for new ASUs, overseeing all commissioning, startup, and performance testing activities. Coordinate with construction, operations, and plant management to ensure readiness for startup and safe handover to operations. Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve process and equipment issues during startup and early operation. Optimize plant operating parameters, support performance tuning, and help establish stable, reliable operation. Provide technical guidance, knowledge transfer, and mentorship to site operations and maintenance personnel. Qualifications Extensive, hands-on experience starting up and commissioning large cryogenic air separation units, ideally 700+ TPD capacity. Background with a major air separation company (e.g., industrial gas producer or EPC focused on ASUs) strongly preferred. Proven ability to independently lead ASU startup activities, manage timelines, and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams. Willingness to work on-site in Apple Grove, WV for the duration of startup (3-4 months per plant). On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America. The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board's Mission is to provide "Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients' expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner." On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. 26-00132 INDE

Created: 2026-03-10