Project Engineer III (Design & Development)

The Project Engineer III (Design & Development) will be responsible for product design and development activities for our Commercial Rooftop Packaged and Split HVAC&R systems. As a member of the product engineering team this position will have to perform lead and coordinate activities related to system and component modeling simulation design prototyping testing and analysis and all other engineering activities from concept through product launch as well as take part in cost improvement and product maintenance activities. This position will play a key role in new technology development and validation activities.

This position will serve Rheem North Americalocated in Fort Smith AR. This role follows our hybrid work arrangement with team members working in the office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays. Relocation assistance is available.

• Lead development of next-generation commercial rooftop and split-system products including variable-speed compressors vapor injection technology advanced controls and high-efficiency heat pump architecture

• Lead engineering projects from concept through launch using Rheems phase gate development process.

• Conductthermo-fluidanalysisusinganalyticalmethodsin-housedesigntools/softwareandothercommercialsoftware.

• Conduct background research analysis and testing of various design options as it relatestokeyrequirements (includingapplicableproductandteststandardsperformancecost manufacturability installability serviceability).

• LeadactivitiesasnecessarywithotherfunctionssuchasSourcingManufacturingQuality and Finance etc. to ensure successful completion of projects.

• Design analyze and select components for HVAC systems including compressors coils fans valves and controls ensuring optimal system integration and performance.

• Plan and conduct concept and validation testing to evaluate system performance reliability and compliance with internal and external standards.

• Investigateandtroubleshootproductdesignrelatedproblemsandopportunitiesdocument findings and perform corrective/improvement changes.

• Createreportsandpresentationsonprojectactivitiesasrequired.

• Manageprojectsoflargeandsmallscaletoensureprojectisexecutedwithintimecostand budget constraints.

• Keep abreast of industry activities product and technology trends and the competitive landscape.

• Support the development of factory and field-installed accessories for assigned products.

• Own and manage documentation including design specifications engineering drawings BOMs test plans and technical reports.

• Drive continuous improvement and support value engineering cost-reduction and quality initiatives.

• Performotherdutiesasrequesteddirectedorassigned.

• BachelorsdegreeinMechanicalChemicalAerospaceorrelatedEngineering.

• 5yearsofexperienceinproductdevelopmentrelatedtoHVAC&Requipment.

• Experience working in a phase gate product development environment.

• Demonstrated experience developing and validating HVAC systems including inverter-driven compressors vapor injection technologies electronic expansion valve (EEV) control variable-speed fan systems capacity modulation strategies and control algorithm development.

• Strongproficiencyinapplicationofthermo-fluidmodelinganalysisdesignand development of products and systems.

• Mustbehands-onandhaveexperienceworkinginadevelopment lab preferablyinamanufacturing environment.

• Demonstratedabilityworkingin aproductdevelopmentteamas well asleadingotherengineersand lab technicians.

• Demonstratedproficiencywithdataanalysisincludingstatisticalanduncertaintyanalysis.

• Demonstratedabilityindesigningexperimentsinterpretingexperimentaldataconducting analysis drawing conclusions and preparing summary reports.

• Abilitytoreadanalyzeandinterprettechnicalproceduresandregulations.

• Demonstrated computer proficiency in all business-related software packages (e.g. MS Office) aswellasexperiencewithspecificapplicationsandprogramsrelatedtodesignengineering(i.e. Creo SolidworksPro/Eetc).Familiarity and/or experience withCAE analysis (FEA CFD).

• Extensive experience inprojectmanagementmaterials selectionmanufacturingprocessesandbusinessprocesses.

HOWTOSTANDOUT:

• Extensiveknowledgeofapplicablecodesandstandards (including but not limited to UL AHRI 340//ASHRAE IECC Title 24)

• Experience in component selection system design and integration.

• Hands-on experience with psychrometric reliability and safety testing of commercial HVAC products.

• Direct experience with commercial rooftop packaged HVAC systems including factory and field installed accessories.

• Understanding of DFM/DFA principles and manufacturing processes.

• Organized and detail-oriented capable of managing multiple projects and prioritizing appropriately.

• Self-directed and quick learner who takes ownership of tasks/projects with minimal supervision.

• Strong communication skills and thrives in a collaborative team-based environment.

• AdvancedDegreeinMechanicalChemicalorAerospaceEngineering.Specialization in Thermal-Fluids and/or Energy Engineering.

At Rheem how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING OTHERS you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:

• Aligning Performance for Success

• Applying Business Knowledge

• Building Talent

• Building Trusted Relationships

• Communicating with Impact

• Customer-Orientation

• Delegating Tasks

• Executing/Leading the Team

• Facilitating Change

• Fostering Relationships/ Emotional Intelligence

• Influencing

• Problem Solving & Decision Making

• Supporting Innovation

Equivalent combination of education experience and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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