Optimization Engineer II New Product Development
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Job Location:
Montgomery, TX - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
The Optimization Engineer II - New Product Development engages in the system model development design optimization and qualification of new technologies related to domestic potable water heating space heating hydronic systems and combination potable and space water heating systems. The position also entails collaboration advisory and joint development projects among Rheem Global operating units and/or with outside partners.
This position will serve our Water Heating Division located inMontgomery AL.Relocation assistance is available.
Responsibilities
Design and optimize solutions for new and existing products
Engage in early-stage concept ideation concept analyses and reductions of concepts to practical prototypes for demonstrations of feasibility.
Create computer-based component and system level simulations in the prediction of vapor compression cycle behavior gas combustion heat transfer fluid flow system performance of water heating space heating combinational water heating designs and applications.
Devise methods of fabrication testing coordination of experiments evaluating test results in comparisons to predicted outcomes and prepare research summaries contextually relevant to the business.
Develop technology path with high fidelity prototypes that represents critical functionality and carry business case components.
Coordinate customer testing and early-stage VOC via agile project management approach.
Engage and advise engineering teams on matters of expertise coaching on analysis tools and methods and engineering problem solving assistance.
Serve as a project engineer on select objectives as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
3 years of related experience in the heat transfer mechanical design modelling analytics optimization and validation methods
Working knowledge of analysis & system development tools (e.g. ANSYS/Fluent ANSYS/Mechanical MATLAB LabView SolidWorks EnergyPlus CoilDesigner VapCyc GT Suite and the like)
Prior experience with computational modeling using computer simulations and mathematical algorithms to create virtual prototypes and complete multiscale analysis
Demonstrated ability to self-determine prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Proven professional mentoring and communications skills
Ability to compose professional business correspondence for internal and external dissemination
Demonstrated ability to work constructively with all levels of internal team members senior staff external suppliers and customers
HOW TO STAND OUT
Masters or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering
Related experience in the heat transfer mechanical design modelling analytics optimization and validation methods.
Working knowledge gas-fired systems Vapor compression cycles and working fluids
Proficiency in 1D thermodynamic heat and mass transfer calculations
Understanding of common energy conversion components
As a leader at Rheem how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:
Adapting
Business Understanding
Collaborating
Communicating Effectively
Continuously Improving
Customer-Orientation
Developing Self
Focusing on Results
Influencing
Managing Relationships
Managing Work
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Equivalent combination of education experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
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Required Experience:
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About Company
At Rheem, we engineer products for life. For home life. For work life. For the life of the planet we all share. Backed by over 100 years of expertise, we’re passionate about product innovation and boldly committed to sustainability. Our full line of global air and water solutions deli ... View more
