Fall 2026 R&D Co-op – Equipment Development

Linde; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical options

Employee discount program

401(k) and pension plan

Life insurance

Educational and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Linde is seeking a Fall 2026 R&D Co-op in Burr Ridge, IL, focusing on Equipment Development for food and beverage applications. This position offers a hands-on experience for engineering students to support project design, partner with cross-functional teams, and present findings.

The ideal candidate will be enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program, demonstrating strong communication skills and proficiency in data analytics. The role includes competitive compensation and valuable benefits.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in relevant engineering fields.
• Minimum GPA of 3.25 required.
• Experience with heat transfer and machine design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support food and beverage equipment design and local region support.
• Partner with engineers, technicians, and operations leaders on projects.
• Utilize plant equipment and data to make recommendations.
• Complete training on safety and process during the internship.
• Present findings to leadership teams.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in advanced data analytics

Personal accountability

Experience in Cryogenics and Industrial Gases

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Linde Inc. - Fall 2026 R&D Co-op – Equipment Development

Burr Ridge, IL, United States | req31309

What you will enjoy doing

• 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.

What Makes You Great

• 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.

Why you will love working with us

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company.

What we offer you!

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

General note

• 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.