Mechanical Design Engineer

STULZ•Denton, TX

21d

About The Position

The Mechanical Design Engineer researches, develops, designs, sustains, and tests mechanical and electromechanical products and systems related to commercial HVAC equipment. The role also directs and coordinates activities involved in the fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of these products and systems. The position designs heat-transfer systems, produces engineering documentation, performs engineering analyses, and reviews products for compliance with applicable standards. It also provides technical support for sales materials, field installations, product operation and maintenance, testing, and custom applications. The work includes support in office and manufacturing environments, with possible field support at customer sites and HVAC equipment installations. Hands-on manufacturing and test support is required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
3–5 years of experience providing mechanical engineering support onsite at a component or product manufacturer.
Ability to collaborate, think critically, and communicate clearly and concisely verbally and electronically.
Knowledge of design for manufacturing, common materials, and design methods.
Understanding of psychrometrics as it pertains to HVAC systems.
Ability to select components such as valves, fans, pumps, and motors.
Understanding of thermodynamics within HVAC systems.
Ability to read and understand English instructions.
Ability to provide solutions to complex engineering calculations and equations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regular standing; handling and reaching; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and talking or hearing. Frequent walking and hands-on manufacturing or test support are also required. Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds without additional support may be required.
Vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

3D design experience; SolidWorks is preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine design or application feasibility.
Design heat-transfer systems, including chilled-water systems, air- or water-cooled refrigerant systems, and fluid-pumping systems, in accordance with engineering design standards and customer specifications.
Provide engineering materials, including bills of materials, piping, sheet-metal, assembly, installation, and refrigeration drawings.
Perform simple structural, load, and heat-transfer analyses and calculations.
Review products to confirm they are manufactured in accordance with NEC, UL, listing reports, and other applicable standards.
Support development of marketing materials for sales literature and custom applications.
Evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to mitigate system malfunctions.
Provide operation, maintenance, and repair materials for product support.
Provide documentation and support to ensure operational testing conforms to functional specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory requirements.
Assist test facilities with the design of control apparatus, equipment, and methods.
Perform other duties as assigned.