Technology Development Engineer Jobs in Houston, TX

Job Summary

Engineering leader responsible for the technical development of new applications, products and solutions required to achieve the growth targets in Messer Growth Markets including Aerospace, Helium, Batteries, and Data Centers. Commercialize new industrial gas-related technologies in Growth Markets that deliver strong value and growth for both customers and Messer. Serve as key technical resource to support Regional Business efforts to deliver profitable growth in line with the Growth Markets plan and develop lasting customer relationships.

Why Messer?

Messer is the world’s largest privately held industrial gases company and what we do matters because it is woven into every part of life, from the medical gases that patients rely on to the essential elements needed to safely and sustainably produce the goods our communities depend on.

The true strength of Messer is our people—at every level and in every role.

Join us and take pride in the impact you will make by providing solutions essential to our world and lives. Reach your highest potential at our stable, inclusive company with diverse opportunities in a growing industry, supported by people who care.

Messer stands apart because we put what matters first, and you matter.

Principal Responsibilities

• Project management – responsible for managing multiple development projects.
• Commercialization of new products.
• Generation and transfer of knowledge related to Growth Markets applications technologies.
• Gathering ideas for new applications/products, evaluating feasibility and initiation of new projects.
• Safeguarding new ideas via patent applications.
• Planning and execution of approved R&D projects.
• Planning and coordinating R&D lab testing.
• Initiate and support acquisition of reference/lead customers for new products together with local experts.
• Assist with the compilation of business concepts and the realization of product launches.
• Continuously develop the technical competence of the local experts in Growth Markets segments.
• Customer project support for knowledge transfer, aligned with Market Segment and Americas strategy.
• Publication of articles in technical journals, presentation on congresses, customer symposia, etc.
• Provide technical training on Applications and Equipment to local and regional experts.
• Technical input for communication material, and active participation in International fairs/events.
• Input information into knowledge management tools.

• This role works in close cooperation with:

  • Director of Growth Markets Application and Market Development
  • Peers in AD Growth Markets, Food & Beverage, and Metals and Chemicals teams, markets engineering and Segment Marketing
  • Electronics and Specialty Gases Americas and Global business teams
  • Americas Bulk Gases Application Sales Engineers and sales teams
  • Americas Project Execution Engineering team
  • Project Steering Committees
  • Consultants, Fabricators, key Customers and/ or key Suppliers
  • May also require outside partnerships for joint-development projects (customers, key supply partners, research institutes, etc.)

Required Skills:

• Project management experience, including knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
• Experience developing and commercializing new industrial gas applications technology
• Preferred candidate will have experience demonstrating new technology at customer sites, experience with processes and/or equipment applied to aerospace, helium, data centers, batteries or other growth markets for Messer is preferred.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 10 years relevant work experience

The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $146,000. Messer provides medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance and paid time off as well as other voluntary benefits, such as, long term disability in accordance with the terms and conditions of these Plans.   Employees are eligible to enroll in Messer’s 401(k) Plan. Employees may be eligible to participate in the company’s bonus program.

About Messer:

Messer’s safety culture, commitment to providing dependable supply and innovative gas technology solutions help customers unlock opportunities to be safer, more sustainable, more productive and more efficient, so their business thrives. We nurture lasting, meaningful relationships with customers, our communities, and with one another.

We offer comprehensive benefits and appreciable pay, with steady schedules and opportunities for ongoing training and career progression. We prioritize and invest in our people at every level of our organization – the dedication, knowledge, customer focus and entrepreneurial spirit of our employees is what make Messer refreshingly different.

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.