Regional Project Engineer

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a talented professional to become our Regional Project Engineer who is accountable for post‑sale projects in support of the regional business development and account managers' efforts in executing upon growth opportunities with new and existing customers, as well as retaining existing business.

This position is an individual contributor and will report to the Director of National Business Development.

Working with little supervision, receiving general guidance and direction from the director and acting upon requests from regional business development and account managers, the position will be responsible for successful project installation, execution and customer retention. The position can be located in Burr Ridge, IL (also acceptable in Phoenix, AZ) with good access to major airport and interstate highways.

• Engineering/technical tasks to support installation and execution of growth projects for new and existing customers. Supported industries may include, but are not limited to, food and beverage, manufacturing, chemicals, steel, glass, combustion, aerospace, automotive and water treatment applications.
• Tasks include, but are not limited to, customer plant assessments and resulting reporting and follow‑up, project execution and start‑up oversight.
• Establishing and growing relationships with technical representatives of existing and potential customers, industry consultants, contractors, engineering firms and vendors.
• Cooperating with internal and external business partners.
• Proactive participation in prospecting, renewal activities and customer retention initiatives.

• Engineering Degree (mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering strongly preferred)
• 7+ years overall experience in project management, business development or similar field
• 5+ years’ work history in industrial gases or one of the industries served by Linde (see above)
• Ability to travel >50% required
• Proficient in Project Management Tools;
  Microsoft Project preferred

• Familiarity with industrial gases applications in relevant process and manufacturing industries
• Technical/engineering savvy and value‑building skills
• Technical problem solving, equipment troubleshooting
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical and civil contractors

Pay commensurate with experience. Open to salary range $125,475 - $184,030.

Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Access to health, dental, disability and life insurance; paid holidays and vacation; 401(k) matching; pension benefits; an employee discount program; and opportunities for educational and professional growth. Additional compensation may vary depending on the position and organizational level.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.