Manufacturing Engineering Specialist (HVAC Engineer)
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Manufacturing Engineer HVAC (P3)
Position Summary
The Manufacturing Engineer HVAC (P3) is a fully proficient engineering professional responsible for designing implementing optimizing and sustaining manufacturing processes related to HVAC systems and thermal management products.
This role operates with a high degree of autonomy and technical expertise supporting production performance product industrialization cost optimization quality improvement and capacity expansion initiatives. The position serves as a key technical reference within the HVAC manufacturing domain and contributes to cross-functional initiatives including Operations Quality Supply Chain and Product Engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead process development and validation for HVAC manufacturing lines including brazing refrigeration systems assembly leak testing charging electrical integration and final system validation testing.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety quality delivery and cost (SQDC).
- Analyze and optimize manufacturing cycle times labor efficiency and line balancing.
- Support NPI (New Product Introduction) activities including process design PFMEA control plans tooling requirements and work instructions.
- Identify and implement automation or semi-automation opportunities to improve productivity and consistency.
- Provide technical troubleshooting support for complex HVAC system manufacturing issues (refrigeration performance airflow optimization heat transfer efficiency etc.).
- Ensure compliance with applicable HVAC regulatory standards (UL CSA AHRI ASHRAE EPA and other regional requirements as applicable).
- Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure manufacturability (DFM/DFA) of new products.
- Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions related to product or process deviations.
- Support capital expenditure projects including equipment specification layout design FAT/SAT validation and commissioning.
- Mentor junior engineers (P1/P2) and provide technical guidance when required.
Scope & Impact (P3 Level Alignment WTW Framework)
- Operates independently on complex technical assignments.
- Applies advanced knowledge of HVAC systems and manufacturing engineering principles.
- Impacts line-level performance cost structure and product quality.
- May lead projects or workstreams but does not have direct people management responsibility.
- Influences cross-functional stakeholders through technical expertise.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechatronics or related field.
- Masters degree preferred (optional).
Experience:
- 58 years of experience in manufacturing engineering.
- Strong experience in HVAC or refrigeration systems manufacturing.
- Experience with high-mix / medium-volume or industrial HVAC production environments preferred.
Technical Competencies
- Deep understanding of:
- Refrigeration cycles and thermodynamics
- Heat exchangers and airflow systems
- Brazing and refrigeration piping processes
- Leak detection and refrigerant charging systems
- PFMEA Control Plans SPC Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred)
- CAD systems and manufacturing documentation tools
- Industrialization of HVAC assemblies
- Regulatory compliance in HVAC manufacturing
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Structured decision-making capability
- Effective cross-functional communication
- Results-driven mindset
- Continuous improvement orientation
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Performance Indicators
- Manufacturing yield improvement
- Scrap and rework reduction
- Cycle time and labor efficiency improvement
- On-time NPI launch support
- Equipment uptime and process stability
- Cost reduction initiatives delivered
Required Experience:
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About Company
Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need s ... View more
