HVAC Product Engineer - Refrigeration Design

KCC Manufacturing•Louisville, KY

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About The Position

KCC, a leader in the climate control technology industry, is looking for anâ¯experienced HVAC Product Engineerâ¯to join our team and help shape the next generation ofâ¯products. This role combines technical expertise in commercial HVAC system design with hands-on problem-solving. In this position, you will be working independently and collaboratively with a cross-functional team including Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Purchasing who are responsible for the design, support, and manufacturing of commercial HVAC equipment. Our Mission: KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering (or related field)
Experience: 3+ Years of HVAC system or component design experience
Technical Skills:â¯Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycle and components and problem-solving skills.
Mechanical Skills: Strong hands-on/mechanical aptitude.
Interpersonal Skills:â¯Excellent personal interaction skills.
Time Management:â¯Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

Product Design: Design, analyze, and optimize commercial HVAC systems and components related to assembly, operation, and performance.
Product Support: Support Manufacturing, Sales, Applications, and Field Support teams in the operation of the product (product life cycle).
Develop Solutions: Engage with critical/high priority Engineering projects. Conduct product testing, troubleshooting, and implementation of changes.
Specification and Regulatory Analysis: Analyze test results and implement appropriate changes to ensure products meet technical and functional requirements.
Engineer to Order: Analyze custom requests and develop unique solutions to customers.
Ensure Accuracy:â¯Provide clear, concise, and accurate information to all relevant internal and external customers.
Vendor Relations: Collaborate with vendors on the design of new and alternative technologies.
Continuous Improvement: Initiate continuous improvements for new and existing products, systems, and methods to improve performance, cost efficiency and reliability.
Documentation: Work with Sales, Production, and other engineering staff to help create and maintain sales documentation.
Continuous Education: Maintain a working understanding of applicable industry standards (ASHRAE, AHRI, ANSI, etc.).