MECHANICAL ENGINEER
HVACR Product Development
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
$27.00 - $35.00 per hour
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Design and develop medium- and low-temperature refrigeration systems and HVACR equipment (split systems, packaged units, heat pumps, fan coils, etc.).
- Create and update 2D/3D CAD models, drawings, and bills of materials (Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD).
- Apply thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and structural design principles to meet performance targets.
- Conduct tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and DFM reviews to ensure manufacturability and quality.
- Manage lab testing for product validation, agency approvals, and regulatory compliance (DOE, AHRI, ASHRAE, UL, CSA).
- Oversee prototype builds, analyze test results, and implement corrective actions.
- Support field trials, troubleshooting, and product/application issues.
- Coordinate cross-functional project teams and maintain development schedules.
- Lead cost reduction and efficiency improvement projects.
- Collaborate with suppliers to improve quality and drive innovation.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
- 3–10+ years of HVACR product design, research, or new product development experience.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD) and Microsoft Office.
- Strong knowledge of HVACR systems, refrigeration cycles, and heat exchanger design.
- Familiarity with DOE, AHRI, ASHRAE, UL/CSA standards and compliance processes.
- Excellent project management, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to travel occasionally for supplier visits, testing, or field trials.
PREFERRED SKILLS
- Experience with sheet metal design, plastics, tubing/wiring layouts, and complex assemblies.
- Knowledge of simulation tools (CFD, FEA, thermal modeling).
