Electro-mechanical Engineer HVAC/R

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a new opportunity....

We create products that deliver energy savings and minimize environmental impact through the use of advanced technologies and tailored services.

CAREL USA, Inc. is an innovative, high-tech company that offers professional development and skills enhancement opportunities, both nationally and internationally working for CAREL means taking an active role in building the company’s success, and enjoying a professional experience that involves developing a spirit of initiative, a sense of responsibility and an aptitude to work within multicultural and change-oriented environment.

About CAREL:  

Founded in 1973, CAREL is a world leader in control solutions for air-conditioning, refrigeration and heating, and systems for humidification and evaporative cooling. We design our products to bring energy savings and reduce the environmental impact of machinery and systems. Our solutions are used in commercial, industrial and residential applications.  

Specifically, we have operations in the Americas (North, Central, and South), Asia Pacific, Africa and Europe; we have 18 fully-owned subsidiaries and 7 production sites, in addition to partners and distributors in a further 75 countries.  

Our mission of high-efficiency solutions summarizes the model that CAREL has adopted, both the starting point and the final objective that enclose the entire process, from conception to production and marketing of our systems. Research, innovation, and technology are the keys to our success: for more than forty years, customer needs have been at the center of our design work, so as to offer elements of differentiation in terms of both functions and appearance.  

Carel offers great medical, dental, and vision, and life insurance benefits, vacation, sick and personal time, along with a 401k plan.  

Find out more about us:  

Participating in the research & development of existing Carel products and the development of new and custom solutions.  Areas of specialty will include humidification and electro-mechanical products for the HVAC/R market.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. 

• Leading the development and project management of HVAC/R projects
• Conducts or assists in conducting tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to investigate design proposals for improving equipment performance or other factors.
• Confers with other Product Development personnel to clarify or resolve problems and develop designs.
• Prepares product or system layouts and creates detailed drawings and schematics.
• Plans and prepares product bills of materials (BOM), and implements them in the data management system.
• Directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype product or system.
• Plans, develops and runs test & validation programs to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Research of components to meet specifications.
• Communication with suppliers or manufacturers for technical issues and new designs.
• Assist with design modifications using the Engineer Change Order (ECO) process.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.  Solidworks preferred
• Assists with customer support and trouble-shooting, and assists the Sales/Marketing department.
• Participate in field startups and tests as needed.
• Support Operations department in technical or product related issues.
• Working with the Purchasing team for quotes, engineering samples, and first piece inspections.
• Participate in Lean continuous improvement activities.
• Other duties may be assigned. Responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each ESSENTIAL DUTY satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Education  -  Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.  
• Experience -  Two years minimum work experience in HVAC/R systems, Product design and Project management, ERP systems, Oracle preferred, Solidworks (preferred) or equivalent 3D modeling experience.
• Language and Communication Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.   Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Computer Knowledge -Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel and Word).  Knowledge of Google suite of application, Adobe, Oracle is preferred.
• Mathematical Skills -  Engineering level
• Reasoning Ability -  Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Teamwork/Collaboration - Working as part of a team and the ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills along with excellent verbal and written communication.  Steady, collaborative personality.
• Attention to Detail -   Ability to read and interpret purchasing related documents and working with details on a daily basis for prolonged periods of time.