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Raytheon

Systems Engineer II

Houston, TX

The Systems Engineering and Test Center (SETC) organization is currently hiring a Systems Engineer II to join our Tucson, AZ location. SETC is an exciting and challenging environment where you will ...

Amentum

Systems Engineer - ECTS

Houston, TX · On-site

As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer - ECTS to join the team with ...

Pae

Systems Engineer - ECTS

Houston, TX · On-site

As NASA's largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Systems Engineer - ECTS to join the team with ...

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How much do systems engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for systems engineering in Houston, TX is $135,673.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,900.00 and $165,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a Systems Engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project lifecycle?

Systems Engineers play a pivotal role in bridging various departments such as software, hardware, and project management throughout the project lifecycle. They facilitate communication by translating technical requirements between teams, ensuring that all components integrate seamlessly. Regular meetings, documentation reviews, and design sessions are common, and Systems Engineers often serve as mediators to resolve technical conflicts or dependencies. This collaborative environment helps deliver robust and scalable solutions that meet both business and technical goals.

What is systems engineering?

Systems engineering is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on designing, integrating, and managing complex systems throughout their life cycles. It involves coordinating various engineering disciplines and specialties to ensure that all parts of a project work together efficiently to meet customer needs. Systems engineers use principles from engineering, management, and mathematics to address both the technical and organizational aspects of a project, from initial concept through development, deployment, and maintenance.

What is the difference between Systems Engineering vs Mechanical Engineering?

AspectSystems EngineeringMechanical Engineering
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Systems Engineering, Electrical, or related fields; often certifications like INCOSEBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; often PE licensure
Work EnvironmentProject teams, systems integration, interdisciplinary collaborationDesign labs, manufacturing, product development
Industry UsageTechnology, aerospace, defense, ITAutomotive, manufacturing, robotics
Common Search/ComparisonYesNo

Systems Engineering focuses on designing and managing complex systems across various disciplines, emphasizing integration and lifecycle management. Mechanical Engineering centers on designing and manufacturing mechanical devices and systems. While both roles require engineering degrees, their focus areas, work environments, and industry applications differ significantly.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Systems Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Systems Engineer, you need a solid background in systems architecture, integration, and problem-solving, often supported by a degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like MATLAB, SysML, and requirements management software, as well as certifications such as INCOSE CSEP, are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, effective communication, and teamwork are essential soft skills to excel in multidisciplinary environments. These competencies ensure the efficient design, implementation, and maintenance of complex systems that meet organizational goals.
What are the most commonly searched types of Systems Engineering jobs in Houston, TX? The most popular types of Systems Engineering jobs in Houston, TX are:
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Infographic showing various Systems Engineering job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $135,673 per year, or $65.2 per hour.
Process & Systems Engineering Associate

Process & Systems Engineering Associate

Air Liquide

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Air Liquide rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 32 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 100 rated chemical manufacturers

Job description

R10095477 Process & Systems Engineering Associate (Open)

Location:

Houston, TX (HO) - Engineering - E&C Houston

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner of choice for the design, engineering and construction of leading-edge processing facilities and related infrastructures worldwide. We enable our customers to optimize the use of the planet's natural resources in order to provide clean and sustainable energy thanks to our people and their capability to innovate constantly. Through cutting edge innovation applied to our proprietary technology we contribute to the transformation of the energy industry and help to preserve & protect the atmosphere of our planet. Looking back on decades of operational expertise within the world leader in gases for industry, health and the environment, we develop creative, safe, reliable and competitive solutions for our customers, proposing a sustainable worldwide offer of best-in-class plants in a dynamically changing marketplace.
Air Liquide's ambition is to be a leader in its industry, deliver long term performance and contribute to sustainability - with a strong commitment to climate change and energy transition at the heart of its strategy.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative

At Air Liquide, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Air Liquide is hiring for a Process & Systems Engineering Associate in Houston, TX!

We are looking for you!

  • Comprehensive Family Benefits: Air Liquide 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 a 14-week paid child birth benefit 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 day 1

Join our dynamic team at Air Liquide as a Process & Systems Engineering Associate Serving as part and/or main focal technical contact for the process and systems scope and executing proposals and/or projects. Working closely with the local project team as well as other engineering execution centers (including Hangzhou, Kobe, Delhi, France or Germany to ensure the project competitiveness, operation reliability and safety. Responsibilities cover the full lifecycle of Process and Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&IDs) development.

Job Duties:

Support and advance the company's safety standards

Align with E&C Global and Local engineering standards and other industry standards.

Work as a collaborative team member either with local and/or with international team members

Contribute to process, solution development, or systems engineering within solution/product development and/or service projects

Understand the needs of customers and design with the resources of Global E&C the most optimized, comprehensive and high-performing cryogenic or air-gas solution

Participate in developing process design basis for proposals

Perform process calculation (e.g. pressure profile, process simulation, line sizing) using in-house tools

Develop and provide process deliverables (e.g. material and utility balance, equipment sizing, process description, process flow diagram PFD, block flow diagram BFD, process datasheets, P&IDs)

Understand and implement plant design philosophy (e.g. winterization, derime, pressure circuits) as needed

Provide feedback and inputs to the Request For Proposal (RFP) of the customer

Support development of the freedom to operate (FTO) for the process solution and study patents as required

Contribute to the studies/solutions in both technical and cost knowledge Contribute to vendor information evaluation for main equipment

Attend and contribute to review meetings (internal/external) and complete action items

Contribute to in-house process database

Understand and implement capitalization and improvement ideas from previous projects / commissioning /operations issues

Participate in improving the engineering practices, guidelines and/or procedures when applicable

Support site construction activities, start-up, performance test and/or plant troubleshooting

Learn required AL technologies as needed on assignments

Combination of remote working at home and office schedule as per company policy

___________________Are you a MATCH?

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Mandatory

B.S. in Chemical Engineering Or Mechanical Engineering

Very good knowledge in thermodynamics

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Good analytical and problem solving skills

Strong customer-centric mindset

Proactive to learn

Proactive to support and contribute to Air Liquide's diversity and inclusion initiatives

Short term travel locally or internationally is required depending on the assigned work tasks

Preferred

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

At least 2-5years of industrial engineering experience

Knowledge of industrial gas plants

Knowledge of the process development and design (cryogenic industrial gas plants) Understanding of various vendor equipment and instrumentation used in industrial gas plant processes

Knowledge of project development and/or execution as relating to Process and P&IDs scope

Licensed EIT (Engineer In Training)

Knowledge of HYSYS/or Aspen Plus software

Proficient in German and/or French languages

WORK CONDITIONS:

Office Environment.

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.

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