Project Engineer II - New Product Development

The Project Engineer II is responsible for managing all aspects of project assignments using the Product Development Process (PDP) as a guide to achieve project objectives for New Product Development projects. Responsible for product maintenance, cost improvement, quality improvement and similar projects. Directs and coordinates a project team in the planning, organization, implementation, and completion of engineering project assignments.This position will serve Rheem North America located in Montgomery, AL or Roswell, GA. This role follows our hybrid work arrangement, with team members working in the office Monday through Thursdayand remotely on Fridays. Relocation assistance is available. 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 deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings for residential and commercial applications worldwide. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem and help shape the future of products that impact lives—every day. Our Behavior Based Values set us apart: Listening to Understand – Open mind, learning from others, accepting feedback, embracing the objectiveContributing Respectfully - Sharing opinions, valuing ideas, sharing opposing perspectives with respectThinking Creatively – Applying creativity, seeking improvements, understanding from the customers’ lensActing with Responsibility – Owning decisions and actions, acting with integrity, embracing accountability Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements. For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, or Vermont. Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field.• 3 years of related experience in Engineering and Manufacturing.• Proven work experience as a Project Engineer or in a similar role.• Excellent knowledge of design and visualization software.• Proficiency in MS Office.• Familiarity with industry rules, regulations, best practices, and performance standards.• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.• Strong project management and supervision skills.HOW TO STAND OUT • Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.• Knowledge of gas combustion principles.• Knowledge of heat pump design and heat exchanger optimization.• Knowledge of HVAC design principles and vapor compression. • Knowledge of analysis & system development tools (e.g. ANSYS/Fluent, ANSYS/Mechanical, MATLAB, LabView, Pro/e, EnergyPlus, GT-SUITE, etc.)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:AdaptingBusiness UnderstandingCollaboratingCommunicating EffectivelyContinuously ImprovingCustomer-OrientationDeveloping SelfFocusing on ResultsInfluencingManaging RelationshipsManaging WorkProblem Solving & Decision MakingEquivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.#LI-FM1#LI-HybridPerform engineering design evaluations to ensure project feasibility and compliance with industry standards.Work to complete projects within budget and scheduling restraints.Review industry policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, security, and regulatory complianceProvide technical support throughout the engineering process. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address challenges.Design, implement, and communicate an operational plan for completing the project; monitor progress and performance against the project plan.Take action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.Identify, develop, and gather resources necessary to complete the project.Prepare engineering designs and work specifications. Develop project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.Performs other duties as assigned.Full timePosting Date: 2026-08-19