Associate Systems Engineer

Carrier•Indianapolis, IN

11d•$53,000 - $106,000

About The Position

Carrier Global Corporation is a global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions. The Associate Systems Engineer develops and designs residential HVAC systems and subsystems, evaluates components, builds and validates thermal models, and supports prototype testing and system-level analysis throughout the product lifecycle. The role works with lab technicians and cross-functional design and engineering teams to resolve technical issues, support product development, and identify opportunities to improve manufacturability and reliability. The position may include short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics.
Knowledge of HVAC system architecture, controls, and electro-mechanical systems.
Experience with engineering problem-solving, troubleshooting, and data analysis.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced product development environment.
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Nice To Haves

A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience in HVAC systems or related thermal/mechanical product development.
Knowledge of reliability engineering principles and testing methodologies.
Experience with system modeling tools such as MATLAB, Modelica, or Python.
Familiarity with design of experiments (DOE) and data analysis techniques.
Experience working in lab environments, building prototypes, and conducting validation testing.

Responsibilities

Develop and design residential HVAC systems and subsystems, including thermodynamic and electro-mechanical components.
Evaluate and qualify HVAC components against reliability and performance standards.
Develop and validate thermal models to inform system performance and design decisions.
Collaborate with lab technicians on prototype builds and performance, reliability, and regulatory testing.
Troubleshoot complex HVAC system issues and drive root-cause analysis and resolution.
Partner with design and engineering teams to translate requirements into components, subsystems, and finished products.
Support system-level analysis across design, testing, manufacturing, and operation.
Evaluate systems for manufacturability, reliability, and continuous improvement opportunities.
Contribute to multiple projects, owning small projects or key technical deliverables.