Senior Thermal Systems Engineer

Carrier•Charlotte, NC

4d•$79,000 - $158,000

About The Position

The Senior Thermal Systems Engineer develops high-performance chiller system architectures through advanced thermodynamic modeling, optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. The role integrates fluid filtration, pumping strategies, and thermal performance requirements into robust product solutions, and validates design capability and reliability through DOE-based testing in engineering laboratories. Working with technology, product marketing, and operations, the engineer supports smooth transitions of new technologies into production and ensures that products align with market needs and customer expectations. The role leads product improvements from concept through launch and follows applicable design, safety, and qualification standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 5 or more years of HVAC systems or mechanical engineering experience, or a master's degree and 3 or more years of HVAC systems or mechanical engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

Project leadership experience.
Experience in new product development, service, or aftermarket.
HVAC industry experience.
Strong communication skills, primarily in English.
Leadership and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Model and optimize chiller system designs, fluid filtration, and pumping using thermodynamic methods.
Work cross-functionally with the technology organization to develop technologies that transition smoothly into production.
Develop chiller system architecture solutions that meet or exceed product development requirements.
Test and confirm product design performance, capability, and reliability in engineering product test laboratories using DOE methodologies.
Collaborate with local product marketing teams to develop product requirements and ensure launched products meet their needs.
Follow appropriate design, safety, and qualification standards in development programs.
Produce parts, specifications, designs, sketches, or work orders and purchase requests for machines, components, or systems.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Wellness incentives.
Retirement benefits.
Paid vacation, sick days, personal leave, and holidays.
Birth and adoption leave, parental leave, family and medical leave, bereavement leave, jury duty leave, and military leave.
Purchased vacation.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Health Savings Account, Health Care Spending Account, and Dependent Care Spending Account.
Tuition assistance.
Potential eligibility for short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.