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Cryogenic Air Separation * Hydrogen and Energy Supply System Pursuing a Master's or PhD in one of the following majors (Minimum GPA of 3.5): Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry ...

Cryogenic Air Separation * Hydrogen and Energy Supply System Pursuing a Master's or PhD in one of the following majors (Minimum GPA of 3.5): Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry ...

Understanding of Air Separation Unit (ASU) processes, cryogenic distillation, and related mechanical/electrical systems. * Basic computer skills and understanding of General Accounting Techniques.

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How much do cryogenic air separation jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for cryogenic air separation in the United States is $25.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $29.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is cryogenic air separation?

A Cryogenic Air Separation job involves operating and maintaining industrial plants that separate atmospheric air into its primary components—oxygen, nitrogen, and argon—using extremely low temperatures. Workers in this field monitor equipment, adjust process parameters, and conduct maintenance to ensure efficient and safe operations. The role typically requires knowledge of cryogenic processes, gas handling, and safety protocols. It is commonly found in industries such as medical gas production, steelmaking, and electronics manufacturing.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in cryogenic air separation?

In a Cryogenic Air Separation role, your daily tasks often include monitoring equipment performance, analyzing data from control systems, and making real-time adjustments to optimize the production of gases like oxygen, nitrogen, and argon. You may also be responsible for performing routine maintenance checks, troubleshooting technical issues, and ensuring all safety protocols are strictly followed. Collaboration with maintenance, laboratory, and engineering teams is common to maintain operational efficiency. The role typically involves working on shift schedules within a plant environment and requires a proactive approach to both technical challenges and regulatory compliance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in cryogenic air separation, and why are they important?

To excel in Cryogenic Air Separation, you should have a background in chemical, mechanical, or process engineering, along with a solid understanding of thermodynamics, gas separation, and industrial safety standards. Familiarity with Distributed Control Systems (DCS), process simulation software, and relevant certifications such as OSHA or Six Sigma can be essential. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are important soft skills in this field. These competencies help ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of highly technical air separation units.

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Infographic showing various Cryogenic Air Separation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,560 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

R&D Intern - Summer 2027

Linde Plc

Willowbrook, IL • On-site

$37 - $39/hr

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Posted 15 days ago


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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

R&D Intern- Summer 2027

Linde Inc.

Tonawanda, NY or Burr Ridge, IL, United States | req32161

In the role of R&D Intern, you will be part of a team involved with research, planning, designing and execution of experiments. You will evaluate results and provide recommendations to management. Your project will be in the exploratory, proof of concept, pilot, beta, initial commercialization or migration phase of new technology development. Successful interns will have exceptional technical and leadership skills and the ability to effectively apply those skills in an industrial environment. We are looking for highly creative individuals with initiative and drive, a strong commitment to safety, excellent interpersonal & communication skills, and a track record of personal accountability and success throughout their academic and work career. Interns will also be given broad exposure to Linde's business, engineering, and marketing functions.

R&D internship opportunities are available for students in the following areas:

  • Advanced Process Control
  • Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Applications
  • Electronics & Specialty Gas Applications
  • Machinery Development (compressors, turbines, pumps)
  • Materials Development (catalysts, adsorbents, polymeric membranes)
  • Separations Process Development
  • Semiconductor Materials
  • Adsorption Materials
  • Process Development
  • Combustion and Metals Technology/Fabrication
  • Reaction Engineering
  • Operations Research
  • Process Equipment
  • Process Chemistry
  • Heat Transfer
  • Food/Beverage and Water Applications
  • Cryogenic Air Separation
  • Hydrogen and Energy Supply System

Pursuing a Master's or PhD in one of the following majors (Minimum GPA of 3.5): Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Metallurgical Engineering, Material Science or Ceramics, Environmental Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering

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, decarbonize and protect our planet.

Linde serves a variety of end markets such as chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde's industrial gases and technologies are used in countless applications, enabling space exploration and launch technologies, delivering ultra-high-purity and specialty gases for semiconductor manufacturing, providing life-saving medical oxygen and enabling clean hydrogen production and carbon capture to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer growth, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

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. Every day is an opportunity: an opportunity to learn, to grow, to share success, and to contribute to one of the world's leading industrial gas and engineering companies. Seize the opportunity: take your next step with us and join our team. The hourly rate for this role ranges from $37-39/hr.

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 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.


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