VIE - Modelling & Simulation Engineer(M/F/D)

Air Liquide USA LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Social care coverage

Multicultural work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Air Liquide USA LLC is looking for a Modelling & Simulation Engineer to join their team in Houston, TX. This position is vital for ensuring tactical product supply and pipeline planning within a matrixed business environment.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant fields, with proficiency in programming languages and strong analytical skills. The role focuses on strategic development, collaboration with operations teams, and communication of analytical results.

Join us to kickstart your career in a dynamic environment, contributing to significant projects in the energy solutions sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Data Science.
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Data Science.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan pipeline and product supply strategies.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams in Houston.
• Develop assurance studies and communicate results.

Skills

Programming languages (Python, Java, C++)

Data analytics

Critical thinking

Written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Data Science

Master's Degree in Computer Science or Data Science

Tools

Machine Learning frameworks

AI techniques

Project management tools

Job description

R10080193 VIE - Modelling & Simulation Engineer(M/F/D) (Evergreen) (Open)

Location: Houston, TX (HO) - Support functions - NAM Corporate

Overview

Air Liquide Large Industries provides customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their production. We own and operate over 2,000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S., supplying oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and syngas in large quantities to major customers in the chemicals, petrochemicals, refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and production facilities are monitored 24/7 within a leading‑edge operations control center located in Houston, Texas. We continuously optimize our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies, enabling Air Liquide to adjust supply needs quickly and effectively.

Responsibilities

The Strategic Operations team of ALLIUS is responsible for tactical midterm product supply and pipeline planning, as well as long‑term product supply assurance. This includes the strategic development and planning for capacity and demand changes throughout the ALLI‑NAM network, initiation, development and completion of assurance studies, and communication of results, risks and recommendations to the business from conception through implementation.

Collaboration will involve 7‑10 main team members across the LI Operations team at the Head Office (Houston, TX), interacting with the Strategic Operations team, the SIO Technical Resource team, and the OCC Planning team.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or Data Science | Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Data Science

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, C++, etc.)
• Strong data analytics skills
• Strong critical thinking, able to conceptualize high‑level understanding into detailed solutions
• Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high‑quality documents and make presentations on project status

Nice to Have

• Foundation in Machine Learning and Deep Learning frameworks
• Understanding of machine learning techniques and AI as a tool for data analytics
• Project management & coordination experience
• Ability to interact with people at all levels of the organization

Languages: English fluency is Must have

Position Details

Position based in HOUSTON, TX, USA for an initial period of 18 months (not extendable).

Position open only for candidates eligible to the VIE program. Only applicants meeting the requirements of the French V.I.E. program will be considered. For more information, visit: https://mon‑vie‑via.businessfrance.fr/en/what‑is‑the‑vie‑french‑international‑internship‑program

The V.I.E., an international young graduate program, enables young professionals who are less than 28 and European Union nationals to work for a French company in any country. The assignment lasts up to 24 months, with social care coverage and a salary dependent on the host country.

Business France, the French agency for international business development, handles all administrative procedures. Additional information: https://mon‑vie‑via.businessfrance.fr/en

Why Join Us?

You will gain insight into a dynamic, matrixed business environment with a multicultural team, contribute to process calibration, and play a key role in the selection process for the Fresh Graduate hiring program. You will learn about the pipeline investment strategy and how simulation assumptions influence the operational and economic viability of large pipeline projects. You will help establish governance, processes, and tools that drive clear recommendations, contributing to the sustainability and long‑term success of Air Liquide.

EEO Statement

At Air Liquide, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures worldwide. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively, fostering innovation and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.