Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Overview Carrier Global Corporation, a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating innovations that bring comfort, safety, and sustainability to life. Through cutting‑edge advancements in climate solutions such as temperature control, air quality and transportation, Carrier improves lives, empowers critical industries, and ensures the safe transport of food, lifesaving medicines and more. Position Summary The Senior Manufacturing Engineer serves as a key technical resource supporting air‑cooled chiller manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for improving manufacturing processes, resolving complex production issues, and supporting new product introductions across mechanical assembly, electrical integration, controls systems, and product testing. Working as an individual contributor, this is a hands‑on, highly visible role that requires significant time on the production floor, working directly with operators, supervisors and cross‑functional teams to drive real‑time problem resolution and continuous improvement. The role supports production ramp‑up and increasing automation within the plant. Key Responsibilities Manufacturing Operations Support: Provide day‑to‑day engineering support for air‑cooled chiller production operations. Lead the resolution of complex manufacturing issues involving mechanical assemblies, electrical systems, controls and testing processes. Line‑Side Problem Resolution: Work directly with production supervisors, operators, maintenance and quality teams to troubleshoot issues in real time on the factory floor. Identify and eliminate constraints impacting safety, quality, delivery and cost objectives. Process Development & Continuous Improvement: Develop, implement and optimize manufacturing processes for mechanical assembly, electrical integration and factory testing. Lead root cause investigations and continuous improvement initiatives to improve product quality, throughput and efficiency. Electrical & Controls Engineering: Troubleshoot control panels, wiring systems, sensors, actuators and PLC‑based systems. Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and controls documentation to resolve software and electrical‑related production issues. Mechanical Systems Support: Troubleshoot mechanical systems including refrigeration, piping and structural assemblies. Improve assembly processes, tooling, fixtures and material presentation while collaborating with Product Engineering to enhance manufacturability. New Product Introduction (NPI): Support new product launches through process development, validation and production readiness. Participate in design reviews and provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback. Process Design & Factory Optimization: Analyze and design manufacturing processes and operations sequencing to ensure full utilization of equipment, improving factory layout, flow and capacity. Technical Leadership: Lead cross‑functional problem‑solving efforts to drive the resolution of manufacturing challenges. Provide mentorship, guidance and training to junior engineers and production teams to build capability on the floor. Work Environment & Schedule Expectations Location: Charlotte, NC – fully onsite. Shift: First Shift (primary support for daytime production operations). Overtime Flexibility: Straight‑time overtime compensation. Candidates must be flexible to work beyond 40 hours when necessary. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Mechatronics or Engineering Technology). Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting electromechanical products in an assembly manufacturing environment. Proven ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and bills of material. Demonstrated troubleshooting experience across both mechanical and electrical systems. 10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering strongly preferred. Prior experience in HVAC, heavy industrial equipment, automotive or aerospace manufacturing environments. Hands‑on experience with PLCs, ladder logic and manufacturing automation implementation. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma frameworks. Strong collaborative communication skills with frontline production personnel and hourly workforces. Pay Range The annual salary for this position ranges from $79,000.00 to $158,000.00, depending on skills, education and experience. Other Compensation Eligible for short‑term cash incentives subject to plan requirements. Benefits Health Care Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and wellness incentives. Retirement Benefits. Time off and leave: Paid vacation (up to 15 days), paid sick leave (up to 5 days), paid personal leave (up to 5 days), paid holidays (up to 13 days), birth and adoption leave, parental leave, family and medical leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, military leave, purchased vacation. Disability: Short‑term and long‑term disability. Life Insurance and accidental death and dismemberment. Tax‑advantaged accounts: Health Savings Account, Health Care Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account. Tuition Assistance. EEO Statement and Accommodations Carrier is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. Carrier provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Application Deadline Applications accepted for at least 3 days from the job posting date: 22 June 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Carrier