Fall R&D Co-op – Equipment Development

Linde Inc.

- Fall 2026 R&D Co-op – Equipment Development

Burr Ridge, IL, United States | req
31309

• Report to the Global F&B Applications – Food and Beverage Applications Technology Team.
• Support all local regions with existing food & beverage equipment and design new equipment to meet market needs.
• Assigned to a project where you partner with other engineers, technicians and/or operations leaders to move projects forward.
• Utilize various plant equipment and assess data to make process recommendations.
• Complete training on safety, process and equipment during the internship experience.
• Present findings to a cross-functional leadership team.
• Act as a self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively and presenting information clearly.
• Demonstrated personal accountability and a history of strong academic or professional achievement.
• Proficiency in advanced data analytics and ability to work with complex datasets.
• Minimum GPA of 3.25 required.
• Preferred experience in Cryogenics and Industrial Gases, and industry experience in Food and Beverage.
• Experience with heat transfer, data collection, and machine design is a plus.

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company.

• 40 hour/week Co-op experience for a local student to work on-site at our Burr Ridge, IL location.
• Competitive compensation.
• Medical options to suit everyone’s needs.
• Employee discount program, 401(k), pension plan, life insurance, and additional educational and professional development.

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.

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Therefore employees assigned may be required to perform additional job tasks required by the manager.