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Food Freezing Equipment Design Engineer

Linde
Ridge, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2026
Job Overview

We are currently seeking a talented Mechanical or Chemical engineer to join our Engineering Team, located in Burr Ridge, IL. In this role, you will lead the design process including mining requirements, developing specifications, CAD and drawing creation, bill of material, and vendor interactions for new and existing product lines of food freezing equipment. Work closely with the R&D, Application Engineers and Business Development Managers to support the product offerings that meet the unique aspects of our customers’ needs and expectations.

Additional Duties Include But Are Not Limited To



  • Safety minded engineer who is good at-risk identification and appropriate processes (PHA, DFMEA, etc.).

    • Work closely with Linde’s manufacturing teams on the assembly floor to launch new product offerings and solve any design or performance challenges.
    • Work independently and make product and technical decisions based on full awareness of viability, cost and other benefits.
    • Experience working on project teams, including the customer, to design the equipment so installation and operation achieve intended results at the customers processing facility.
    • Fast learner who will learn our product lines and look to improve the products and the respective performance.
    • Work with team members to assist in resolving technical and quality issues
    • Meets with customers to discuss program growth opportunities, product specifications or improvements.
    • Travel up to 25% (initially may be higher for onboarding and learning requirements)

    Qualifications



  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering or other related technical discipline required. (Master’s Degree Preferred)

    • Demonstrated 3-dimensional modeling of mechanical systems and an understanding of how to convert 3-dimensional models into two-dimensional engineering drawings required. AutoCAD Inventor is the tool.
    • Strong Machine design skills with ability to engineer and integrate subsystems including power transmission, conveyors, PLC’s, air flow, and the product delivering the thermodynamic requirements.
    • Firm grasp of the regulatory requirements for food process equipment including.
    • Willingness to work at the production facility
    • An understating of control system design (Allen Bradley RS Logix™ 500 and Programming Allen Bradley PanelView™ Plus graphic terminals); experience a plus. Familiar with sensors including pressure, speed, torque, current, etc.
    • Demonstrated ability to lead programs across multiple organizational disciplines preferred.
    • Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently while prioritizing issues and tasks.
    • Demonstrated organizational, verbal/written communication, and problem solving/analytical skills
    • Previous managerial experience a plus.

    About Linde

    Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

    Culture

    At Linde, we strive to create a work environment that treats all employees with respect, supports new thoughts and ideas, encourages growth and development, celebrates our differences, and embraces inclusion. Linde is committed to remaining an employer of choice for the diverse, ever-increasing pool of global talent.

    For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

    Salary

    Pay commensurate with experience.

    Open to salary range $88,875 - $130,350.

    Benefits

    Linde Gases US offers competitive compensation and an outstanding benefits package. Enjoy 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. Build your future with us while making an impact every day!

    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.

    Primary Location

    Illinois-Burr Ridge

    Schedule

    Full-time

    Job

    Engineering

    Unposting Date

    Ongoing

    Salary : $88,875 - $130,350

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