Regional Business Development (BD) Project Engineer

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a talented professional to become our Regional Business Development (BD) 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 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 Director of National Business Development and acting upon requests from regional BD and account managers, the position will have responsibility for successful project installation, execution and customer retention. Position can be located in Burr Ridge, IL (also acceptable in Phoenix, AZ) with good access to major airport and interstate highways.  

Responsibilities Include:

• 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 as well as water treatment applications. 

• Tasks include, but are not limited to, customer plant assessments and resulting reporting and follow-up, , projects exertion and start up oversight.

• Establish and grow relationships with technical representatives of existing and potential customers, industry consultants, contractors, engineering firms and vendors. 

• Know and cooperate with internal and external business partners.

• Proactive participation in prospecting, renewal activities and customer retention initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 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

Desired Skills:

• Familiarity with industrial gases applications in relevant process and manufacturing industries

• Technical/engineering savvy and value building skills

• Technical problem solving, equipment troubleshooting

• Working with mechanical, electrical and civil contractors

About Linde:

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2025 sales of $34 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 $125,475 - $184,030. 

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.

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