Senior Thermal Systems Engineer

Carrier•Charlotte, NC
•$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 requires systems engineering expertise and thermal or HVAC system development experience, with responsibility for leading product improvements from concept through launch.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of HVAC systems or mechanical engineering experience, or a master's degree and at least 3 years of HVAC systems or mechanical engineering experience.
  • Strong systems engineering expertise and demonstrated experience in thermal or HVAC system development.
  • Strong communication skills, primarily in English.
  • Leadership and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

  • Project leadership experience.
  • Experience in new product development, service, and/or aftermarket work.
  • HVAC industry experience.

Responsibilities

  • Model and optimize chiller system design, 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.
  • Confirm product design performance, capability, and reliability through testing in engineering product test laboratories using DOE methodologies.
  • Collaborate with local product marketing teams to develop product requirements and ensure products meet their needs at launch.
  • Follow appropriate design, safety, and qualification standards in development programs.
  • Produce parts, specifications, designs, or sketches for machines, components, and systems, and prepare work orders or purchase requests.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Wellness incentives.
  • Retirement benefits.
  • Paid vacation, up to 15 days.
  • Paid sick days, up to 5 days.
  • Paid personal leave, up to 5 days.
  • Paid holidays, up to 13 days.
  • Birth and adoption leave.
  • Parental leave.
  • Family and medical leave.
  • Bereavement leave.
  • Jury duty leave.
  • Military leave.
  • Purchased vacation.
  • Short-term and long-term disability.
  • Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care Spending Account, and Dependent Care Spending Account.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Potential short-term cash incentives, subject to plan requirements.
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