Career Development Program (CDP Engineer) - Project Engineering

Introduction to the CDP Program

At Air Products, we invest early in people with the potential to grow, contribute, and shape the future of our business.

The Career Development Program (CDP) is our flagship 3‑year rotational development program designed for high‑potential graduates at the start of their careers.

As a CDP participant, you will complete three 12‑month assignments, gaining hands‑on experience across different roles, teams, and business areas aligned to your chosen track (Engineering, Commercial, Operations, or Functional). Each assignment is designed to build both technical depth and business understanding, while exposing you to how Air Products operates at scale.

From day one, you will be trusted with real responsibilities, supported by structured development, and encouraged to actively shape your career path.

Program highlights

• Three structured 12‑month assignments over 3 years
• Clear development objectives and performance reviews
• On‑the‑job learning supported by formal training and mentoring
• Exposure to senior leaders and cross‑functional teams
• Start date: October 2026 (FY27 intake)

Your First Assignment – Project Engineering

Your first assignment is designed to help you build great foundations, understand our business, and start delivering impact quickly.

• Location: Hattingen

What you will do

• Continuous development and optimization of engineering processes across the entire project lifecycle
• Development, maintenance, and establishment of engineering standards, guidelines, and best practices
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across functions and locations
• Build a solid understanding of Air Products’ processes, standards, and culture

You will be supported by an Assignment Manager, a Program Sponsor, and the wider CDP network.

What’s Next: Second & Third Assignments

In your second and third years, you will rotate into new assignments that:

• Broaden your experience across functions, businesses, or environments
• Increase your level of responsibility and autonomy
• Build on your strengths while developing new skills

Assignments are planned based on:

• Business needs
• Your performance and development progress
• Your interests and career aspirations

By the end of the program, you will be well‑positioned to transition into a permanent role within Air Products.

Why You’ll Love the CDP

We believe development happens best through stretch, support, and exposure. As a CDP, you will:

• Actively shape your career path rather than follow a fixed track
• Gain broad, hands‑on experience through multiple assignments
• Develop technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills through targeted learning
• Work on relevant, high‑impact projects from early in your career
• Build a strong professional network across regions, functions, and leadership levels
• Be supported by mentors, sponsors, and a close‑knit CDP community

Benefits

• A collegial team and an open corporate culture
• An attractive compensation package including a 13th monthly salary, holiday pay, and 30 days of annual leave
• The option to lease a JobRad (company bike)
• Flexible working hours – because we know life is about more than just work
• A sustainable working environment with clear environmental goals

What we are looking for

We are looking for motivated graduates who are curious, adaptable, and ready to take ownership.

Essential requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Graduation between Summer 2025 and August 2026
• Strong academic performance
• Very good command of German and English, both written and spoken

Desirable

• Internship, co‑op, or industrial placement experience
• Evidence of leadership, collaboration, or campus involvement
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn

The Recruitment Process

Our selection process is standardized across Europe to ensure fairness and consistency.

Steps

Application review by the Talent Acquisition team Screening call with a Talent Acquisition Specialist Recorded video interview (Cammio) with predefined questions In‑person or online Assessment Centre Final interview with the Program Sponsor and HR Business Partner

Timeline

Recruitment runs from now through Summer 2026, with a program start date of 1 October 2026.