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Research Engineer - Thermal Spray

Linde Advanced Material Technologies
Indianapolis, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026
Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc.

Research Engineer - Thermal Spray

Manchester or North Haven, CT United States | req23507

What you will enjoy doing*

  • You will lead efforts in research, development and implementation of new or improved thermal spray coatings for wear, thermal and corrosion protection
  • This role will design fixtures, masks, and application schemes (robot programs) for thermal spray components
  • You will be expected to prioritize work and prepare engineering plans than accurately convey work sequence, priority and resource requirements under little supervision
  • This role will work closely with Sales, Plant Customer Service and Global Marketing Network to engage and support the global customer base on current applications, growth opportunities, and customer issues
  • You will need to prepare documentation, reports and summaries to communicate project progress and results to internal and external customers

What Makes You Great

  • You will be required to have a bachelors' degree or higher in Material Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of industry or academic-oriented thermal spray experience
  • Master's or PhD in Material Science, Mechanical, or Inorganic Chemical Engineering is preferred but not required
  • You will need knowledge related to thermal spray processing techniques (e.g. plasma, HVOF) and common material classes used in thermal spray and the functions/attributes of each material class
  • As well as hands on experience in an industrial, aviation, automotive, or laboratory setting
  • You will be expected to travel up to 25% of the time

Why you will love working with us

Linde Advanced Material Technologies, formerly Praxair Surface Technologies, is a company that revolutionizes industries through innovative materials and surface coatings. We are leaders in advanced materials and offer metal powders, sputtering targets, and surface coatings that enhance performance across various sectors. Our strong focus on innovation is evident in our superior technologies for the aerospace, energy, semiconductor, automotive, and industrial industries.

Linde employees learn and abide the Linde Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct by demonstrating honesty, integrity, professionalism in all communications, actions, and decisions.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a wide range of medical options to suit everyone’s needs. Other benefits include; educational and professional development, employee discount program, 401K, pension plan, and life insurance, just to name a few.

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We are looking forward to receiving your complete application.

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.

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. abides by applicable export control laws including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) in accordance with the company's export control procedures. As such, persons considered for this position must be either a U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder) or otherwise classifiable as a U.S. person under relevant regulations.

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc. acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.

*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.

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