VIE - Research Engineer Life Cycle Assessment

We would like to strengthen our dynamic and diverse team at our research site in Frankfurt.

Innovation Campus Frankfurt, Air Liquide Forschung und Entwicklung GmbH, is one of Air Liquide’s five Innovation Campuses. In close cooperation with internal and external partners worldwide, innovations for the energy transition are developed based on the molecules H2, CO2 and CO. Through the competencies and commitment of our employees, we bear responsibility for a sustainable modern society and persistently develop new ideas to sustainably reduce the carbon footprint of Air Liquide and its customers.

How you will contribute

You will be part of a team whose main mission is to bridge the gap between laboratory breakthroughs and industrial scale by providing the rigorous assessments needed to steer the innovation toward the most viable and impactful solutions. Your mission goes beyond theoretical research; you will ensure our environmental assessments are grounded in industrial reality, supporting the transition from pilot‑scale innovation to market‑ready, certified solutions.

Potential LCA Study Topics

• assessment of Air Liquide innovations in terms of their environmental impact, risks and opportunities
• assessment of various Air Liquide technologies or products in response to internal requests
• assessment of other technologies or products in response to external customer requests

Responsibilities

• Work closely with R&D colleagues and internal and external customers to evaluate the environmental impact of their products and technologies.
• Contribute to decision‑making processes to maximize benefits, limit environmental footprint and anticipate possible risks.
• Translate technical LCA results into business‑driven insights for non‑experts.

Education

Must have: Master’s Degree in Process or Chemical Engineering, Environmental or Natural Science.

Nice‑to‑have: Specialization in Sustainability, Life Cycle Assessment, or Industrial Ecology.

Hard Skills – Must Haves

• Good understanding of chemical process engineering and LCA methodology (ISO 14040/14044)
• Proven experience in LCA using SimaPro, Gabi or OpenLCA
• Proven experience in the calculation of Carbon Footprint based on an international standard (ISO 14067, GHG Protocol)
• First practical experience in industry
• Familiarity with Renewable Energy Directive (RED) and understanding of RFNBO/RCF Delegated Acts

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Programming: Basic Python skills for data automation.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with other directives & regulations & voluntary schemes (EU Taxonomy, CSRD, LCFS, ISCC)
• End of Life (EOL) modelling: Knowledge of different EOL allocation methods (e.g., Circular Footprint Formula) to evaluate the benefits of recycling critical minerals.

Soft Skills

• Professional appearance and good communication skills with ability to translate technical LCA results into business‑driven insights for non‑experts
• Quality oriented with a strong analytical mindset
• Motivation and ability to work in international teams
• Curiosity and flexibility
• Self‑motivated, self‑initiative, self‑aware and taking initiatives
• High level of creativity, open mind‑set and strong interest for innovation
• Ability to develop new competences and deal with complexity

Languages

• English fluency – must have
• German – nice to have
• French – nice to have

Eligibility: VIE Program

Position open only for candidates eligible to the VIE program. Applicants must meet the French V.I.E. program requirements (under 28 years old and European Union nationals). More information about the V.I.E. program:

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background.