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Newark, DE (ICD) - R&D - Customer ProcessesThe Innovation and Development Division (IDD) drives the innovation strategy for the Hubs and Operations, and contributes to the Group's transformation. It is responsible for imagining, developing and incubating new solutions until they are brought to market, particularly when it comes to offers with a high technological content (including digital and IT). IDD gathers more than 3,000 employees from 70 nationalities at 60 sites.
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?A Research Engineer is expected to operate at the cutting edge of our technology, driving the development of first-of-their-kind prototypes and products. This role exists to bridge the gap between early-stage R&D innovations and real-world customer pilot deployments. The successful candidate will be a driven self-starter with a rigorous approach to problem-solving, capable of seamlessly integrating mechanical design, electrical circuitry, and software into fully functional, industrial-grade systems. Ultimately, this role accelerates our time-to-market; true success for this position is defined as validating these prototypes in the field, independently navigating technical roadblocks, and executing a seamless hand-off to our internal engineering and operations teams for full-scale commercialization and lifecycle management.At Air Liquide, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.Air Liquide is Hiring for a Research Engineer - Newark, DE.We are looking for you !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 ( Day 1 for Air Liquide) / Your benefits start after just 1 day of employment
System Design and Integration: Lead the end-to-end design of full prototype systems in a logical and systematic manner. Integrate mechanical components, electrical circuits, and software to create first of their kind prototypes for pilot.
Customer Pilot Deployment & Tech Transfer: Deploy and validate prototypes directly at customer pilot sites in a professional and technical capacity. While you will champion the pilot phase, your objective is to package the technical solution, documentation, and operational parameters for a hand-off to the business-led engineering and operations teams who will take over the product.
Technical Problem Solving: Diagnose complex system failures during the prototyping phase to maintain project momentum. Employ strong problem-solving skills to engineer immediate, effective solutions without shying away from necessary design pivots.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with R&D scientists, engineering sales, strategy teams, and critically, internal operations, to align the prototype with market demands and internal manufacturing capabilities. Ensure clear communication across all business units.
Project Organization: Organize prototyping schedules, resource allocations, and technical documentation efficiently. This flexible approach ensures pilot deployments remain on track and within scope until the official operational hand-off is complete.
Master or Bachelor in Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering.
Specialized Knowledge: Deep understanding of full-system architecture and taking concepts from the lab, through pilot.
Skills: Computer Aided Design (CAD), 3D Printing, General assembly and use of machine tools, Software experience (C++, Python, Others), Exceptionally strong organizational skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.
At least 3 years of experience; Proven track record in rapid prototyping, equipment design, system integration, and technology transfer to manufacturing/operations.
Strong commercial and business acumen to understand how technical solutions integrate into customer operations and our own internal supply chain.
Ability to translate highly complex technical engineering concepts into straightforward standard operating procedures for the broader business.
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive 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 background. 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.
Skills Required
- Master or Bachelor in Mechanical, Electrical, or Software Engineering
- Deep understanding of full-system architecture and taking concepts from the lab through pilot
- Computer Aided Design (CAD)
- 3D Printing
- General assembly and use of machine tools
- Software experience (C++, Python, others)
- Exceptionally strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- At least 3 years experience with rapid prototyping, equipment design, system integration, and technology transfer
- Strong commercial and business acumen for integration into customer operations and supply chain
- Ability to translate complex engineering concepts into standard operating procedures
Air Liquide Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Air Liquide and has not been reviewed or approved by Air Liquide.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance and life coverage are broadly provided under a global common care baseline that includes inpatient and outpatient healthcare. Dental and vision coverage are present in many locations, and short-term disability provisions have been enhanced.
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Parental & Family Support — Policies provide at least 14 weeks of fully paid maternity leave globally and paid parental leave for non-birthing parents in the U.S. Childcare benefits are available in some countries as part of the package.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Annual incentive bonuses, performance bonuses for exceeding goals, and profit-sharing are integrated into the total rewards structure. Feedback suggests additional earning avenues like overtime can further augment pay in eligible roles.
Air Liquide Insights
What We Do
A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 75 countries with approximately 66,400 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide’s scientific territory and have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902.
