Investment Director, Startup & VC Strategy

Air Liquide USA LLC; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

American Air Liquide Inc. seeks an Investment Director to lead startup investments and portfolio governance from Newark, DE. You will screen opportunities, map strategic fit, and perform rigorous financial analyses with the CFO’s team.

You will join board discussions, add operational value, and drive exits through IPOs or trade sales. The role requires 5+ years in startups or corporate finance, a Master’s degree in Industrial Innovation or Chemical Engineering, and up to 20% travel with some

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Innovation or Chemical Engineering.
• 5 years startup ecosystem experience with operational management, financial transactions (Corporate Finance, M&A), business development or internal audit.
• May telecommute and travel 20% domestically and internationally.
• Worksite: 200 GBC Drive, Newark, DE 19702.

Responsibilities

• Screen startups and map those that align with Air Liquide's innovation roadmaps.
• Conduct financial analysis with CFO support; evaluate business plans and valuations (DCF, comps).
• Participate in board meetings and interact with portfolio companies to create operational value.
• Identify risks, support funding processes, and explore exit strategies (IPO, trade sale).
• Build sponsorship for investment topics across internal business units.

Skills

Startup ecosystem experience

Operational management

Corporate finance

M&A

Business development

Internal audit

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Innovation or Chemical Engineering

Job description

American Air Liquide Inc. seeks an Investment Director to lead startup investments and portfolio governance from Newark, DE. You will screen opportunities, map strategic fit, and perform rigorous financial analyses with the CFO’s team.

You will join board discussions, add operational value, and drive exits through IPOs or trade sales. The role requires 5+ years in startups or corporate finance, a Master’s degree in Industrial Innovation or Chemical Engineering, and up to 20% travel with some