Mechanical Engineer IV - Gas Heating

Lennox International•West Columbia, SC

1d•$118,000 - $155,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineer IV is a senior technical engineering expert responsible for solving highly complex engineering challenges, leading major product development initiatives, and driving innovation across products, systems, and processes. This role applies advanced engineering theories, research methods, and design expertise to develop innovative solutions that improve product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer satisfaction. Successful individuals provide technical leadership across projects, mentor engineering teams, and influence strategic engineering decisions throughout the organization.

Requirements

Advanced technical expertise in mechanical engineering and product development.
Strong leadership and technical mentoring capabilities.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to lead large, complex engineering projects from concept through implementation.
Strong innovation and research-oriented mindset.
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing abilities.
Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines and organizational levels.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.
Strategic thinking combined with practical engineering judgment.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in combustion heating, product development, design engineering, or a related technical field.
Advanced knowledge of engineering science, mechanical systems, and product development methodologies.
Expert proficiency with CAD software and engineering analysis tools.
Expert knowledge of engineering design principles, technical drawings, blueprints, models, and engineering documentation.
Experience leading major engineering projects and complex technical initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to apply advanced engineering theories and research methods to solve technical challenges.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving abilities.
Experience evaluating new materials, technologies, manufacturing processes, and design alternatives.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and engineering consultation across the organization.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Experience with HVAC OEM
Experience leading cross-functional product development programs from concept through production launch.
Expertise in engineering simulation, finite element analysis, computational modeling, or advanced testing methodologies.
Experience supporting manufacturing operations, supplier development, and design-for-manufacturing initiatives.
Knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, patents, and intellectual property considerations.
Professional Engineer (PE) license or other advanced engineering certifications.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, analysis, and validation of complex mechanical and electromechanical systems, products, and components.
Plan, organize, and technically direct major engineering projects and critical phases of strategic development programs.
Apply advanced engineering methods, theories, and research techniques to solve complex technical challenges.
Conduct investigations, testing, and analyses related to new designs, materials, and product improvements.
Develop innovative engineering solutions that support performance, quality, cost, reliability, and customer requirements.
Review technical data, test results, and engineering analyses to ensure sound technical decisions and recommendations.
Research industry trends, technical literature, patents, standards, and emerging technologies to support innovation and product advancement.
Evaluate engineering designs and makes recommendations for modifications to improve functionality, manufacturability, reliability, and performance.
Coordinate and provide technical leadership to engineers, designers, engineering technicians, and other technical personnel.
Support cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Operations to achieve project objectives.
Evaluate supplier and vendor capabilities to ensure technical requirements, quality expectations, and business needs are met.
Provide technical consultation and subject matter expertise to internal stakeholders and external organizations.
Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to products and processes.
Ensure engineering work complies with customer requirements, industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
Mentor and develop less experienced engineers and technical team members.